Real English Shortbread or 123 Shortbread

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 5

Classic and buttery Real English Shortbread or 123 Shortbread recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup sugar
	2 cups butter
	3 cups white flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

250

Sugar

12g

Fat

18g

Real English Shortbread or 123 Shortbread is a traditional Scottish dessert that is now recognized globally. The recipe calls for simple ingredients that are easy to procure. The dough is made with butter, sugar, and flour, which are blended into a crumbly texture. The cookie is crisp and crumbles in your mouth while leaving behind a buttery and sugary taste that satisfies your taste buds.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	In a bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3.	Gradually add the flour, mixing until incorporated.
4.	Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and roll it out to 1/2 inch thickness.
5.	Cut the dough into desired shapes with a cookie cutter and place them on ungreased baking sheets.
6.	Prick the dough all over with a fork and bake them for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden brown.

PROS

Real English Shortbread or 123 Shortbread is a classic buttery cookie with a crumbly texture that melts in your mouth.

It’s extremely easy to make and has a simple ingredient list.

CONS

Real English Shortbread or 123 Shortbread recipe is high in calories and saturated fat.

It contains a lot of butter and sugar, so it should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Real English Shortbread or 123 Shortbread recipe isn’t particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
However, it does contain calcium and a small amount of protein and iron from the flour used in the recipe.