Shortbread Squares
Here's a traditional shortbread recipe that's perfect with a cup of hot tea or coffee. It's a favorite during the holidays. —G. C. Mayhew, Grass Valley, California
Ingredients
- 2 cups butter, softened
- 1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar
- 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
Reviews
I love a good shortbread and these are just that. Not too sweet but rich in buttery flavor. i used Kerrygold butter when I made these and they were perfect. i ended up baking up a second batch the next day as between my neighbors stopping by and my husband and i we devoured these.
Very dry and tasted like flour. Would be better with brown sugar and less flour.
These cookies are easy to make, delicious and not overly sweet!! Just right!!
I followed the recipe exactly, so I don't know what went wrong, but these were AWFUL! They were chalky and tasteless and turned to paste in my mouth. I won't be making these again.
These are wonderful! Next time I will try a slightly larger pan and cut into smaller 'sticks' and dip in Chocolate. Outstandingly easy and delicious!!!!
The best shortbread recipe, hands down!
Think I could add red and green sprinkles to this?
Wonderful recipe! This produces the absolute best tasting shortbread. It has just the right amount of sweetness accompanied by an amazingly delectable , rich buttery taste (but not too rich). This recipe makes exactly what you think of when you think of shortbread.
These are very flaky & buttery, but I myself would like more flavor. When I make them the next time I think I would add almond extract.
I made these today. I think that my oven must be hotter than most because these were done in about 30 minutes. They are so buttery and delicious and not too sweet. They seem to melt in your mouth. I followed the recipe exactly except for shaving off 10 minutes from the baking time because they were lightly browned by then.