Scottish Shortbread

Shortbread is a classic Scottish cookie that's easy to make with real butter for a crumbly, melt-in-your-mouth texture and irresistible buttery flavor.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 256 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 cups butter
• 4.5 cups all-purpose flour

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Step 2

Gather all ingredients.

Step 3

Beat butter and brown sugar together until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Add 3 to 3 3/4 cups flour; mix well.

Step 5

Sprinkle board with remaining flour. Knead for 5 minutes, adding enough flour to make a soft dough.

Step 6

Roll out dough to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into 3x1-inch strips.

Step 7

Prick shortbread cookies with a fork and place on ungreased baking sheets.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven until edges are golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet briefly before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.