Scotch Shortbreads

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Cuisine: Scottish

Delicate Scottish shortbreads with buttery richness and melt-in-your-mouth texture, perfect for teatime or special occasions, appealing to those who enjoy classic, elegant cookies.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb. butter
  • 1/2 c. confectioners sugar
  • 2 c. flour
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. baking powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Cream the butter until smooth.
  3. Gradually add the confectioners sugar, beating well after each addition.
  4. Mix the flour, salt, and baking powder together in a separate bowl.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture and combine thoroughly.
  6. Roll out the dough on a floured surface until it is 1/4-inch thick.
  7. Cut the dough into rectangles or desired shapes.
  8. Place the cookies on ungreased cookie sheets.
  9. Prick each cookie with a fork.
  10. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until lightly browned around the edges.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

427 kcal 21% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.6g 5% DV
Total Fat 25.3g 32% DV
Carbs 51g 19% DV
Fiber 0.7g 3% DV
Sugar 24.5g 49% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12340.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 34.3mg 1% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Calcium 1479mg 100% DV
Iron 4mg 22% DV

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

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