Classic Scottish Shortbread
Traditional dish · Scottish
The quintessential shortbread, characterized by its rich buttery flavor, crumbly texture, and simple elegance. Made with just a few high-quality ingredients, this traditional recipe delivers an authentic taste of Scotland.
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Ingredients
- Unsalted Butter225g
- Caster Sugar100g
- All-Purpose Flour225g
- Rice Flour75g
- Salt1/4 tsp
Steps
- 1
Cream the softened butter and caster sugar together until pale and fluffy.
- 2
Sift in the all-purpose flour, rice flour, and salt. Mix gently until just combined to form a soft dough.
- 3
Press the dough evenly into a 20cm (8-inch) round or square baking tin. Prick all over with a fork.
- 4
Score the top into wedges or squares before baking.
- 5
Bake in a preheated oven at 160°C (320°F) for 40-50 minutes, or until lightly golden and firm to the touch.
- 6
Allow to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Re-score if necessary.
