Traditional Shortbread Recipe With Rice Flour
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Description
Shortbread is a classic Scottish biscuit that is a must-try for anyone with a sweet tooth. It has a buttery, crumbly texture and a rich, indulgent flavor that is hard to resist. This traditional shortbread recipe with rice flour is a gluten-free version of the classic recipe that is perfect for those who are sensitive to wheat or gluten.Prep Time
The preparation time for this recipe is approximately 10 minutes.Cook Time
The cooking time for this recipe is approximately 20 minutes.Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups rice flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the rice flour and salt, and mix until a crumbly dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead gently until it comes together into a smooth ball.
- Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/2 inch and cut it into shapes using a cookie cutter.
- Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden brown on the edges.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once completely cooled, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature before mixing it with the sugar.
- Use a cookie cutter to cut the dough into shapes, or you can roll it into a log and slice it into rounds.
- Do not overbake the cookies as they will become too hard and lose their crumbly texture.
Nutrition Info
Each serving (1 cookie) contains:
- Calories: 120
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 55mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 11g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 4g
- Protein: 1g
Recipe Tips
- You can add other flavors to the dough such as vanilla extract, lemon zest, or almond extract to give it a unique taste.
- For a chocolate twist, you can dip the cooled cookies in melted chocolate and let them cool on a wire rack before serving.
- These cookies are perfect for gifting during the holiday season or as a sweet treat to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee any time of the year.
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