Scottish Shortbread Cookies

Shortbread cookies originated in Scotland and have been enjoyed since the 12th century. They were traditionally made with leftover bread dough, sugar, and butter.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 5.

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Scottish Shortbread Cookies

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

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 225 gram Butter
• 110 gram Caster sugar
• 350 gram Plain flour
• 50 gram Rice flour
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Sift in the plain flour and rice flour, then add the vanilla extract. Mix until a dough forms.
4. Press the dough into a greased baking pan and smooth the surface.
5. Prick the surface of the dough with a fork to create a decorative pattern.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
8. Cut the shortbread into desired shapes while it is still warm.
9. Allow the cookies to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 8g

Protein 2g4%

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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.