Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
| 🍀 150 g of butter (cut into pieces) | 🍚 75 g of sugar |
| 🌾 225 g of flour (sifted) | ✨ 1 pinch of salt |
Utensils
| 🧈 Mixing bowl | 🍽️ Baking dish |
| 🔪 Knife | 🥄 Spatula |
| 🌾 Sifter | 🏺 Measuring tools (cups and spoons) |
| 🧊 Cooling plate | ⚖️ Scale |
| 🌡️ Kitchen thermometer | 🥄 Wooden spoon |
Preparation step by step
Total cooking time: 40 minutes
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Resting time: 0 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
To prepare melting shortbread cookies, follow these simple steps:
STEP 1: Preheat your oven to 160°C to properly prepare for baking the cookies.
STEP 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar and flour with the cold butter cut into pieces.
STEP 3: Work the mixture with your fingertips until you achieve a sandy and homogeneous texture.
STEP 4: Transfer the resulting dough into a mold lined with parchment paper to form an even layer.
STEP 5: Bake for about 25 minutes, until the edge is lightly golden.
STEP 6: Allow to cool completely before cutting portions to enjoy your shortbreads.
Making homemade shortbreads is a simple and enjoyable activity that will delight the whole family. With an easy recipe to follow, it’s possible to achieve cookies that literally melt in your mouth. The combination of soft butter, sugar, and flour produces classic flavors that evoke Scottish tradition.
By experimenting with different variations, such as adding citrus zest or chocolate chips, one can customize this recipe according to their desires. Shortbreads require only a few basic ingredients, making it an accessible dessert for any beginner. So, go ahead and enjoy your creations with a nice tea or coffee!
