Irish Shortbread (Wheat Free Edition)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0

Melt in your mouth Irish Shortbread with Rye and Corn Flours

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

334

Sugar

23g

Fat

22g

Irish Shortbread is a classic treat that is buttery, crumbly and melts in your mouth. This recipe uses a combination of rye and corn flours which gives it a rustic texture and a unique flavor. The brown sugar used in this recipe enhances the natural sweetness of the shortbread. Best enjoyed as an afternoon snack or dessert with a cup of tea or coffee.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F). Grease a round cake tin or line with baking paper.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, beat together softened butter and brown sugar until pale and creamy.
3.	Sift together rye and corn flours, then add to the butter mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
4.	Roll the dough into 1 cm thick circle and press into the prepared cake tin.
5.	Sprinkle the top of the dough with decorating sugar (if using).
6.	Prick the surface all over with the tines of a fork.
7.	Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.
8.	Remove from oven and cool completely in the tin before cutting into wedges.

PROS

The combination of rye and corn flours provides a unique flavor and a rustic texture.

Can be enjoyed as a sweet snack or a dessert with tea or coffee.

CONS

This recipe uses brown sugar which makes the shortbread a bit darker and stronger in flavor.

Not a low calorie or low fat dessert option.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rye flour is a great source of dietary fiber, vitamins and minerals and has been linked to improving digestive health and reducing inflammation.
Corn flour is gluten-free, low in fat, and is great for maintaining healthy skin and eyes.

	1 cup butter , softened
	1 cup brown sugar
	2 cups rye flour
	1/2 cup corn flour
	colored decorating sugar ( optional )