Sugar and Spice Shortbread Sticks

May 07, 2023May 7, 20230 16
A sweet and spicy dessert perfect for any occasion.
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

3/4 cup brown sugar , packed
1 cup butter , softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 large egg
2 3/4 cups flour
3/4 teaspoon apple pie spice
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice
1 -2 tablespoon apple juice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
36
Calories
130
Sugar
11g
Fat
7g
Sugar and spice and everything nice come together in these delicious shortbread sticks. With the perfect amount of sweetness and spiciness, these treats are a unique addition to any dessert menu. The ingredients are simple and easy to find, and the recipe is easy to follow even for novice bakers. Whether you serve them at a party or enjoy them on your own, Sugar and Spice Shortbread Sticks are sure to delight your taste buds.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.In a large bowl, cream brown sugar and butter.
3.Add vanilla and egg; beat well.
4.In a separate bowl, mix flour and apple pie spice.
5.Gradually add flour mixture to creamed mixture, beating until combined.
6.Divide dough into three portions and shape each into a 9-inch log. Cut each log into 3-inch sticks.
7.Place on ungreased baking sheets.
8.Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
9.In a small bowl, combine powdered sugar, apple pie spice and enough apple juice to achieve desired consistency.
10.Drizzle over warm cookies.
11.Let cool completely before serving.

PROS

Sweet and spicy flavor is perfect for those with a taste for unique desserts.
Easy to make and great for serving at parties or events.
Can be stored for several days in airtight containers.

CONS

High in sugar and butter, so not recommended for those watching their caloric intake.
Texture can be a bit dry for some people, so may need to be served with a beverage.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The apple pie spice in this recipe includes cinnamon, which has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. However, the high sugar and butter content makes this more of a treat than a health food.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.