Butter Shortbread Wedges

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 1

10 min

35 min

45 min

Very easy

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

287

Sugar

11g

Fat

16g

1.	Preheat oven to 300°F.
2.	In a bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
3.	Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
4.	Add extract mixture; mix well.
5.	Press into an ungreased 9-in. round cake pan.
6.	Prick surface with fork and sprinkle with additional sugar.
7.	Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the edges begin to brown.
8.	Cut into wedges while warm.

Simple and quick to make, perfect for last-minute dessert.
The buttery texture of the shortbread is rich and satisfying.

High in calories and fat, requires self-control not to eat the entire pan in one sitting.

Shortbread contains minimal nutritional value but provides a temporary energy boost due to its high glycemic index.

	1/2 cup butter , softened
	8 teaspoons sugar
	8 teaspoons confectioners ' sugar
	2 cups all-purpose flour
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1/4 teaspoon orange extract or 1/4 teaspoon lemon extract , mixed with
	2 teaspoons water