Julia Child’s Hungarian Shortbread by Charles

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 2
A rich and buttery shortbread infused with the delicious tartness of rhubarb, this recipe is a Hungarian classic from the legendary Julia Child.
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Prep

30 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb rhubarb , trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1/2 vanilla bean
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 lb unsalted butter , room temperature
4 large egg yolks
2 cups granulated sugar
confectioners ' sugar , for dusting

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
286
Sugar
19g
Fat
17g
Inspired by the flavors of traditional Hungarian baking, this Julia Child recipe puts a unique twist on the classic shortbread cookie. The tart and tangy rhubarb filling pairs perfectly with the rich and buttery base, resulting in a treat that is perfect for enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee.

Instructions

1.In a saucepan, combine the rhubarb, sugar, water, and vanilla bean. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the rhubarb is soft and the liquid has reduced, about 20 minutes.
2.Strain the rhubarb mixture and reserve the liquid.
3.Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-by-13-inch baking pan.
4.In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5.In another large bowl, beat the butter until creamy, then beat in the egg yolks.
6.Gradually add the granulated sugar and beat until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
7.Gradually beat in the flour mixture until well blended.
8.Press two-thirds of the dough into the prepared pan.
9.Spread the rhubarb filling evenly over the dough.
10.Drop the remaining dough in small mounds over the rhubarb filling.
11.Bake until golden brown, about 50 minutes.
12.Let cool in the pan.
13.Dust with confectioners' sugar and cut into bars.

PROS

This recipe creates a delicious and unique twist on traditional shortbread cookies, complete with a sweet and sour rhubarb filling.
The recipe is easy to follow and yields a large batch, making it perfect for potlucks or sharing with friends and family.

CONS

The rhubarb filling can be time-consuming to prepare, and the recipe requires a lot of butter, making it quite rich and high in calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rhubarb is low in calories and high in fiber, vitamin K, and vitamin C. However, this recipe also contains a large amount of sugar and butter, making it a treat best enjoyed in moderation.

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