Kittencal's Scotch Shortbread Bars
Indulge in the buttery decadence of Kittencal’s Scotch Shortbread Bars, the perfect treat for lovers of classic, melt-in-your-mouth desserts. Made with just five simple ingredients—softened unsalted butter, powdered sugar, a hint of vanilla, all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt—these tender bars epitomize the charm of traditional shortbread with their rich, crumbly texture. The recipe features an easy, fuss-free preparation, requiring only a few minutes of mixing and a light prick of the dough to ensure even baking. Baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, these shortbread bars are ideal for afternoon tea, holiday cookie trays, or a delightful anytime snack. With an irresistibly smooth surface and a subtly sweet, buttery flavor, these shortbread squares are guaranteed to become your go-to bake for timeless comfort and simplicity.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Step 3
Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed just until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 5
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, making sure the surface is smooth. You can use the back of a spoon or a small rolling pin for an even layer.
Step 6
Using a fork, gently prick the surface of the dough all over. This helps prevent the shortbread from puffing up during baking.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking as this can make the shortbread too dry.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and let the shortbread cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Step 9
Once cooled, carefully remove the shortbread from the pan and cut it into bars or squares. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (542.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2819.0 |
| Total Fat 194.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 121.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 516.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 628.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 243.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 59.9g | |
| Protein 26.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 83.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 317.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories