Traditional Shortbread Recipe
Description: These traditional shortbread cookies are melt-in-your-mouth delicious! Perfect for any occasion, from everyday treats to special gatherings. They are typically dusted with sugar, but for an extra touch of indulgence, you can drizzle them with thin lines of chocolate.
Recipe Category: Bar Cookie 🍪
Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, South African, Scottish, African, European, Christmas, For Large Groups, < 4 Hours, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 114.6
- Fat Content: 5.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 14.8mg
- Sodium Content: 44.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 14.6g
- Fiber Content: 0.2g
- Sugar Content: 3.5g
- Protein Content: 1.2g
Recipe Details:
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Servings: 36 cookies
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 375g | Cake flour |
| 250g | Butter |
| 125g | Caster sugar |
| 1 pinch | Salt |
Instructions:
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Cream butter and sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy.
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Sift dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the cake flour and a pinch of salt.
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Combine ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, working it in until you have a smooth dough. Be careful not to overmix.
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Press into pan: Press the dough into an ungreased baking pan, ensuring it’s about 1 cm in thickness and evenly distributed.
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Cut into fingers: Using a sharp knife, cut the dough into fingers or squares, depending on your preference.
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Bake: Preheat your oven to 140°C (285°F). Bake the shortbread for about 1 hour, or until lightly golden.
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Watch carefully: Keep an eye on the shortbread, especially after 45 minutes, to ensure it doesn’t become too browned. Every oven varies, so adjust baking time accordingly.
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Cool and serve: Allow the shortbread to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, serve and enjoy!
These traditional shortbread cookies are a classic treat that’s sure to delight your taste buds. Whether you’re making them for yourself or sharing with friends and family, they’re guaranteed to be a hit!
