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.
Instructions
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1
{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather all ingredients.'}
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2
{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).'}
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3
{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Beat butter and brown sugar together until smooth and creamy.'}
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4
{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Add 3 to 3 3/4 cups flour; mix well.'}
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5
{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Sprinkle board with remaining flour. Knead for 5 minutes, adding enough flour to make a soft dough.'}
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6
{'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Roll out dough to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into 3x1-inch strips.'}
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7
{'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Prick shortbread cookies with a fork and place on ungreased baking sheets.'}
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8
{'id': 'step_7', 'step': 8, 'text': '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.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (24 servings total)