Scotch Shortbread Bars
It was at my bridal shower in 1960 that I first sampled these pretty bars. Now each time I make them, I'm reminded of that happy occasion.24 ServingsPrep: 10 min. Bake: 20 min. + cooling
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Additional confectioners' sugar
Directions
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the
- creamed mixture and mix well.
- Spread into an ungreased 11-in. x 7-in. baking pan. Prick several
- times with a fork. Bake at 350° for 20-22 minutes or until edges
- begin to brown. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Cool on a wire rack.
- Cut into bars. Yield: 2 dozen.
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 each) equals 115 calories, 8 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 20 mg cholesterol, 106 mg sodium, 10 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 1 g protein.