Scottish Butter Shortbread Bars

Scottish Butter Shortbread Bars, a classic treat that brings a taste of Scotland to your kitchen. This vegetarian recipe is perfect for those who appreciate the simple yet satisfying flavors of traditional Scottish cuisine. Please note, this recipe contains dairy and gluten, making it unsuitable for those with related allergies.

These shortbread bars boast a crumbly texture and a melt-in-your-mouth quality, making them perfect for tea time, dessert platters, or as a sweet snack. Rich in flavor and easy to prepare, they are a wonderful addition to any gathering.

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Recipe Collection: Dessert

Serving Size: 36

Cooking Time: 75 minutes

Overview

This authentic Scottish shortbread recipe, passed down from a Scottish mother, creates deliciously rich and buttery bars. Perfect for a taste of Scotland in your own home, these shortbread bars are a delightful treat for any occasion.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

Scottish

Ingredients

• 1 Pound (lb) unsalted butter
• 5 Cups all-purpose flour, sifted
• 1 Cup white sugar

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
2. In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together using a mixer until smooth.
3. Gradually add the sifted flour to the butter mixture, mixing with a wooden spoon. Use your hands to thoroughly combine the ingredients into a dough.
4. Press the dough evenly into a jelly roll pan. Prick the dough all over with a fork, ensuring the fork hits the bottom and the pricks are close together.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
6. Reduce the oven temperature to 300 degrees F and continue baking for an additional 40 minutes.
7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 2 minutes. Cut the shortbread into finger-sized bars while still warm.
8. Allow the bars to cool thoroughly in the pan before serving.

Enjoy your homemade Scottish shortbread bars!