Ginger and Spice Shortbread Diamonds
Recipe Details:
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Servings: 21 cookies
- Yield: 21 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Scottish, European, Christmas, Oven, < 4 Hours
Description:
Indulge in the delightful aroma of ginger and spices with these delectable Ginger and Spice Shortbread Diamonds. Crafted with a quick processor dough, these cookies are a breeze to whip up, making them a perfect addition to any holiday cookie tray. Plus, the leftover irregular pieces are a delightful snack on their own!
Ingredients:
- 10 units of unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 5 units of fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground clove
- 1/2 teaspoon allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 88.2
- Fat: 5.6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Cholesterol: 14.5mg
- Sodium: 28.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 8.7g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Sugar: 2.9g
- Protein: 0.8g
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line an 8-inch square glass baking dish with foil.
- In a food processor, blend the unsalted butter and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add the all-purpose flour, fresh ginger, vanilla extract, ground clove, allspice, nutmeg, and salt to the processor.
- Process the mixture until it forms moist clumps.
- Form the mixture into a ball and transfer it to the prepared baking dish.
- Using waxed paper dipped into powdered sugar as an aid, press out the dough evenly in the dish.
- Freeze the dough in the dish for 15 minutes.
- Using a ruler as a guide, cut the dough into 6 equal strips.
- Turn the dish 45 degrees and cut again into 6 strips, creating diamond shapes.
- Pierce each diamond with a fork.
- Bake the shortbread until golden brown and firm to the touch, about 50 minutes.
- Cool the shortbread completely in the dish on a rack.
- Optional: Sift powdered sugar over the shortbread for an extra touch of sweetness.
- Storage: These shortbread diamonds can be prepared up to 1 week ahead. Store them in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Enjoy Your Ginger and Spice Shortbread Diamonds!
These delightful treats are sure to be a hit at any gathering, whether you’re celebrating the holidays or simply craving a cozy snack. Their buttery texture and aromatic spices make them an irresistible addition to your dessert repertoire. So, roll up your sleeves and indulge in the joy of baking these exquisite shortbread diamonds! 🍪✨
