Classic Shortbread

Classic Shortbread
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Classic Shortbread
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Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Pre-heat oven 170 C.
  2. In a bowl cream butter and sugar until light and creamy.
  3. Gradually work in sifted flour and turn out onto a floured surface.
  4. Knead lightly to achieve a smooth dough.
  5. Dust your mould with flour and tap to remove any surplus.
  6. Place dough in mould and ease into corners.
  7. With a firm tap, knock dough out of mould and onto a baking sheet.
  8. Bake for approx 20mins until pale golden.
  9. Remove from oven and allow to cool on tray.
  10. Dredge with caster sugar.
Recipe Notes

Shortbread moulds can be found in cookshops, antique or flea markets so keep a look out! Cooking times will depend on size of cutters/moulds.

recipe, food styling & photo: wendy barrie

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