Snacks

Scottish shortbread

Originating in Scotland, shortbread has become very popular in many parts of the globe and is now eaten all year. Enjoy the crumbly, golden biscuit with a mug of your favourite brew.
scottishshortbread
16
30M

Ingredients

Scottishshortbread

Method

Scottishshortbread

1.Preheat oven to 150°C. Grease two oven trays.
2.Beat butter and sugar in a small bowl with electric mixer until combined. Add large spoonfuls of sifted flours to butter mixture, beating after each addition. Press ingredients together gently; knead on floured surface until smooth.
3.Divide dough into two portions. Shape portions into 18cm rounds. Place rounds on trays, mark into wedges, then prick with fork. Pinch a decorative edge around the shortbread with floured fingers.
4.Bake about 30 minutes. Stand for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool. Cut when cold.

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