Scottish Grasmere Shortbread

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 5
A delicious, buttery shortbread recipe with a hint of ginger
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hour

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 cup butter
1/2 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger
1/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners ' sugar
1 tablespoon milk
2 tablespoons grated crystallized ginger

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
280
Sugar
20g
Fat
19g
Scottish Grasmere Shortbread is a classic dessert that originated in the town of Grasmere in the Lake District of England. This recipe adds a twist by incorporating crystallized ginger to give the shortbread a subtle ginger flavor. The buttery texture and richness of the shortbread is perfectly balanced by the hint of ginger, making these cookies a delightful treat for any occasion.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cornstarch, and ground ginger.
3.Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4.Stir in finely chopped crystallized ginger.
5.Press mixture firmly into a greased 9-inch square baking pan.
6.Bake for 35-40 minutes or until lightly browned.
7.While shortbread is baking, prepare the glaze by melting 1/4 cup butter in a small saucepan.
8.Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, confectioners' sugar, milk, and grated crystallized ginger until smooth.
9.Remove shortbread from oven and immediately top with glaze.
10.Let cool before cutting into squares and serving.

PROS

Easy and quick to make, delicious buttery flavor with a touch of ginger

CONS

High in calories and fat, may not be suitable for those with ginger allergies

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Contains small amounts of ginger, which has anti-inflammatory properties and may aid in digestion.

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