Scotch Shortbread Recipe
Description: The ALWAYS requested cookie at my house for the holidays. I cannot remember where I got the original recipe from, but I have been making them for over 20 years.
Recipe Category: Bar Cookie
Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Scottish, European, Christmas, < 60 Mins, Easy
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Yield: 48 cookies
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | Butter |
| 3/4 cup | Sugar |
| 2 3/4 cups | Flour |
Instructions:
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Cream Butter: In a mixing bowl, cream butter until soft, gradually adding sugar, and continue creaming until fluffy.
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Mix Flour: Mix in flour and beat until crumbly.
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Prepare Pan: Turn the mixture into an ungreased 13×9 pan.
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Press Dough: Press the dough gently with fingers into an even and firm layer.
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Prick Dough: Prick the dough evenly with a fork. You may wish to sprinkle the top with a little additional sugar for added sweetness.
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Bake: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (165 degrees Celsius). Bake the shortbread for 35-40 minutes until LIGHTLY browned.
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Cool and Cut: Let the shortbread cool for 5 minutes before cutting into “finger” shaped cookies.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 72.1
- Fat: 3.9g
- Saturated Fat: 2.4g
- Cholesterol: 10.2mg
- Sodium: 27.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 8.6g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Sugar: 3.1g
- Protein: 0.8g
These Scotch Shortbread cookies are a delightful addition to any holiday spread or afternoon tea. Their buttery richness and delicate texture make them a favorite among friends and family. Enjoy the simple pleasure of homemade treats with this easy-to-follow recipe!
