Shortbread Cookies Recipe (better than Walker’s)

Scottish shortbread cookies are a delicious classic treat that has been enjoyed
for centuries. With their buttery flavour and delicate crumbly texture, they are
perfect for any occasion.

Servings: 30 cookies

Author:

Prep Time:
20 minutes

Cook Time:
12 minutes

Total Time:
32 minutes

Course:

Breakfast Tea Time

Cuisine:

Scottish

Keywords:

shortbread Cookies biscuits Scottish walkers

🧂 Ingredients

225 g unsalted butter
65 g icing sugar, sifted
1 tsp salt
250 g all-purpose flour
⅓ tsp vanilla extract or essence
2 tbsp granulated sugar

Instructions

1 Mix the butter, icing sugar, salt and vanilla extract using an electric mixer or
a whisk until it's nice and fluffy. Remember to use a spatula to scrape down the
sides and bottom every once in a while if using a stand mixer.
2 Mix in the flour using a spatula.
3 Roll it to 5mm in between two sheets of baking paper. Chill for 1-2 hours or
until firm.
4 Remove from the fridge and cut into 2x5cm rectangles. Place them onto a baking
tray lined with baking paper or a silicone mat. Use a skewer to poke small holes
on the surface. Sprinkle with granulated sugar.
5 Bake in a preheated oven at 180℃/350℉ for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden