Scottish Shortbread I Recipe

Scottish Shortbread I Recipe

  • 1 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and the sugar. Slowly add the flour and salt, mixing well. Roll out dough with a rolling pin until it is 1/4 inch thick. Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters. Place on cookie sheet and prick with a fork.
  3. Bake for 5 to 8 minutes, or until light brown at the edges.