Buttery British Shortbread

Buttery British Shortbread, a classic vegetarian treat perfect for tea time or as a sweet snack. This gluten and dairy-containing recipe captures the essence of traditional British cuisine, making it a must-try for any baking enthusiast.

With its melt-in-your-mouth quality, this shortbread is versatile enough to be enjoyed on its own or paired with your favorite jams and teas. Plus, it offers a satisfying crunch while being easy to prepare and store for weeks in an airtight tin.

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Recipe Collection: Dessert

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Overview

This classic shortbread recipe is inspired by traditional British cookbooks, offering a rich, buttery flavor with a delicate texture. Perfect for tea time or as a delightful treat, this shortbread is simple to make and can be stored for weeks in an airtight tin.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Gluten, Dairy

Cuisine

British

Ingredients

• 0.25 Cup white sugar
• 0.5 Cup unsalted butter, divided
• 1 Cup all-purpose flour, sifted
• 0.33 Cup white rice flour, sifted

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
2. Line a baking sheet with greaseproof (parchment) paper. Sift the all-purpose flour and rice flour into a medium mixing bowl. Add the white sugar and mix well.
3. Cut the unsalted butter into pieces and rub it into the flour mixture with your fingertips until the mixture begins to bind together. Knead it into a soft dough.
4. Roll the dough into an 8-inch round. For a perfect round shape, you can mold it in an 8-inch cake pan. Place the dough on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Using a fork, prick the top of the dough and make tine marks along the edge. With a table knife, score the top with wedge marks, which will help it break into pieces once cooled.
6. Bake the shortbread for 45 minutes or until it turns a pale golden color.
7. Once baked, sprinkle a little superfine sugar over the top and allow it to cool on the baking sheet.
8. Cut the cooled shortbread into wedges. Store in an airtight tin to keep it fresh for weeks.

Enjoy this classic British shortbread with your favorite tea or coffee!