Festive Shortbread
Shortbread is a traditional Scottish biscuit that has been enjoyed for centuries during festive celebrations.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 5.
Festive Shortbread
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and icing sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
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Gradually add the plain flour and mix until a dough forms.
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Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
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Use cookie cutters to cut out festive shapes.
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Place the shortbread shapes onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
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Remove from the oven and let the shortbread cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
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Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once cooled, decorate with sprinkles.
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Allow the sprinkles to set before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 200kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 20g7%
- Sugars 8g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
