Shortbread Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyHealth IndexAverage
CuisineMethod
DishInterest Group

Ingredients

 Butter1 Cup (16 tbs), softened
 Powdered sugar1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs), sifted
 All purpose flour2 Cup (32 tbs)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 2773 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 29.8 mg1.2%

Total Carbohydrates 253 g84.5%

Dietary Fiber 6.8 g27%

Sugars 61.2 g

Protein 28 g55.5%

Vitamin A 112.5% Vitamin C

Calcium 9.1% Iron 64.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Preheat oven to 325°.
Lightly grease a 9-inch square baking pan; set aside.
In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Stir in flour and blend well.
With your hands, gather up dough and press it evenly over bottom of prepared pan.
Bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until pale golden brown.
Transfer pan to wire rack and cut into small squares; let cool in pan.
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