Traditional Scottish Shortbread Cookie Recipe

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WebThese traditional Scottish shortbread cookies have a rich buttery taste, are tender, yet also crispy. These cookies are easy to make, and are a great treat for any day, or to …

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How to make classic shortbread cookies?

Steps

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, stir butter and 4 tablespoons of the sugar until well mixed. ...
  2. Roll dough on lightly floured surface until 1/2 inch thick; sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon sugar. Cut into small shapes with knife or use cookie cutters. ...
  3. Bake about 20 minutes or until set. Immediately remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks.

What is the best recipe for shortbread?

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  • 1 cup and 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter at room temperature, plus extra for greasing
  • 1/2 cup and 1 Tbsp. superfine sugar , sifted, plus extra for sprinkling
  • 2 cups (scant) all-purpose flour , plus extra for dusting
  • 2/3 cup semolina or 1 cup (scant) cornstarch

Should shortbread cookies have vanilla?

Shortbread Cookies Recipe

  • Butter – softened! This is where that delicious buttery taste comes from.
  • Powdered Sugar – instead of using granulated sugar, I’m using powdered sugar. This sweetens the cookie and gives it a smoother consistency.
  • Vanilla – to flavor the cookies.
  • All-Purpose Flour – this gives the cookie the rest of its structure.

How to make a shortbread cookie pie crust?

Instructions

  • Start with the crust by beating the butter until fluffy and add in the sugar.
  • Then, add in the flour and lightly mix. ...
  • Press into a pie dish, up the sides and make a nice crust and bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 10 minutes.
  • Let the crust cool before adding the filling.
  • Proceed with the pie filling instructions for whatever pie you’re making.

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