Toasted Cashew Shortbread

Shortbread is believed to have originated in Scotland during the medieval times 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: 5.

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Toasted Cashew 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: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Salted butter
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Toasted cashews

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
4. Gradually add the flour and mix until a dough forms.
5. Fold in the toasted cashews.
6. Press the dough evenly into a greased 9-inch square baking pan.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 30 minutes.
9. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 8g

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.