Description
A simple recipe for buttery shortbread biscuits that melt in your mouth.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until combined.
- Roll the dough into a log and wrap in plastic wrap.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
- Slice the dough into rounds and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container.
- Add vanilla extract for extra flavor.
- Try adding chocolate chips or nuts for variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: shortbread biscuits, cookies, baking, dessert