Real Scottish Shortbread

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: Scottish

Classic Scottish shortbread features a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a rich, sweet flavor. Ideal for teatime, holidays, or gifting, appealing to traditional and sweet tooth lovers.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb butter
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 cups plain flour

Instructions

  1. Cream the butter and sugar together.
  2. Add the flour to the mixture.
  3. Press the dough into a 5 x 9-inch pan and prick with a fork.
  4. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.
  5. Cut into squares while still warm.
  6. Store in a tin to keep fresh.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

340 kcal 17% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.1g 6% DV
Total Fat 25.3g 32% DV
Carbs 25g 9% DV
Fiber 1.8g 6% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 2.8mg
Potassium 88.5mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 9.1mg 10% DV
Calcium 9.8mg 1% DV
Iron 1.3mg 7% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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