Classic Shortbread Biscuits
Indulge in the timeless charm of homemade Classic Shortbread Biscuits with this simple yet elegant recipe. Made with just four basic ingredients—unsalted butter, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt—these buttery treats boast a crisp texture and delicate sweetness that make them perfect for any occasion. With an effortless 20-minute preparation and a golden bake in the oven, these biscuits are easy to master, even for novice bakers. Their crumbly, melt-in-your-mouth consistency pairs beautifully with a warm cup of tea or coffee, making them an inviting addition to your afternoon snack lineup. Whether you customize them with decorative cookie cutter shapes or stick to the traditional fork-pricked design, these shortbread biscuits are sure to impress with their elegant simplicity and irresistible flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 226 grams unsalted butter
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 280 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes. Use an electric mixer for best results.
Sift the all-purpose flour and add it, along with a pinch of salt, to the creamed butter and sugar. Mix on low speed until the dough just comes together. It should be smooth and not sticky.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead it a couple of times to form a ball. If the dough feels too soft, chill it in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
Roll the dough to approximately 1 cm (0.4 inches) thickness. Use a cookie cutter of your choice to cut the dough into shapes.
Place the cut-out biscuits onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced evenly apart. Prick the surface of each biscuit gently with a fork to create a decorative pattern.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 to 25 minutes until the edges are a pale golden color.
Remove from the oven and allow the biscuits to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store in an airtight container and enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3047 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 196.4 g | 252% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.4 g | 567% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 500 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 176 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 313.7 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 100.6 g | ||
| Protein | 30.5 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 349 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
