Macadamia and Wattleseed Shortbread

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 14

Melt-in-your-mouth Macadamia and Wattleseed Shortbread recipe

by The Chefin Cookie

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

345

Sugar

10g

Fat

24g

Macadamia and Wattleseed Shortbread is a unique twist on the classic shortbread recipe. The combination of buttery cookie base, nutty crunch from the macadamia, and earthy flavor from the wattleseed make this shortbread a melt-in-your-mouth treat. It is popular in Australia, especially during the Christmas season, and often served as a dessert with coffee or tea. This recipe is easy to make at home and is perfect for festive occasions or as a sweet gift for someone special.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 160°C. Grease a 20cm square cake pan and line with baking paper.
2.	Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3.	Add the flour, macadamia nuts, and wattleseed. Stir to combine.
4.	Press the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
5.	Bake for 35-45 minutes or until golden brown. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
6.	Cut the shortbread into fingers while still warm and then transfer to a wire rack to cool.

PROS

This shortbread is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for tea time with friends or as a gift for someone special.
It is easy and quick to make with minimal ingredients.

CONS

This shortbread is high in calories, sugar, and fat.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as a treat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Macadamia nuts are rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, fiber, antioxidants, and minerals. They have been linked to lowering cholesterol levels, reducing inflammation, and promoting heart health. Wattleseed, on the other hand, is a good source of protein, fiber, and antioxidants. It has been used traditionally by Indigenous Australians for its medicinal properties.

	375 g butter
	1/2 cup caster sugar
	2 1/2 cups flour
	1 cup macadamia nuts , ground to a meal
	1/2 teaspoon wattleseed