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Classic Shortbread

• source: https://alexandracooks.com/2021/12/18/simple-classic-shortbread-a-ted-lasso-biscuit-box-for-gifting/
• time: 45
• servings: 18

Ingredients

• 227 g unsalted butter
• 5 g kosher salt
• 134 g granulated sugar
• 1.5 tsp vanilla extract
• 256 g all-purpose flour
• sparkling sugar

Cookware

• oven
• large bowl
• wooden spoon
• 20-23cm square baking pan
• wire rack

Method

1. Preheat oven to 165°C.
2. If unsalted butter is not very soft, melt two tablespoons of it. Place the remainder in a large bowl. Pour the melted butter in and stir with a wooden spoon until the butter is the texture of mayonnaise.
3. Add kosher salt and stir to combine. Add granulated sugar and vanilla extract (optional) and stir again. Finally, add all-purpose flour and stir just until the flour is absorbed — the dough will still be lumpy.
4. Press dough into an ungreased or parchment-lined 20-23cm square baking pan. Bake until golden brown, 35 minutes to 40 minutes for a 23 cm pan, or 45 minutes to 50 minutes for a 20 cm pan.
5. Transfer to a wire rack to cool. Cut into squares, bars, or wedges while still warm. Sprinkle with sparkling sugar if desired.