Easy Scotch Shortbread With Butter Recipe

Summary

Cooking Time25 MinCourse
MethodDish
VegetarianMain Ingredient

Ingredients

 Butter1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Confectioners' sugar1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
 Sifted all purpose flour2 Cup (32 tbs)
 Baking powder1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Salt1⁄4 Teaspoon

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 2764 Calories from Fat 1624

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 185 g284.5%

Saturated Fat 116 g579.8%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 483.8 mg161.3%

Sodium 612.9 mg25.5%

Total Carbohydrates 251 g83.7%

Dietary Fiber 6.8 g27%

Sugars 58.8 g

Protein 28 g55.5%

Vitamin A 112.5% Vitamin C

Calcium 18.4% Iron 65.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Work the butter with a spoon until fluffy and creamy; add sugar gradually, while continuing to work with a spoon until light.
Stir in dry ingredients, which have been sifted together.
Chill until easy to handle, then roll or pat dough on a floured board to 1/4" thickness.
Cut in desired shapes, and arrange on ungreased cookie sheets.
Bake in a moderate oven of 350ºF for 20-25 min, or until delicately browned.
A mixture of cinnamon and sugar may be sprinkled on top of cookies before baking.
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