Mixed Nut Shortbread

Shortbread is believed to have originated in Scotland in the 12th century and was traditionally made with just three ingredients: butter, sugar, and flour.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

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Mixed Nut Shortbread

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Mixed nuts (e.g., almonds, pecans, walnuts)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a food processor, pulse the mixed nuts until coarsely chopped.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the vanilla extract and salt, and mix well.
5. Gradually add the flour and chopped nuts to the butter mixture, and mix until the dough comes together.
6. Press the dough into a greased 9-inch square baking dish.
7. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool in the baking dish for 30 minutes.
9. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14g22%

Total Carbohydrate 16g6%

Sugars 6g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.