Scarborough Fair Shortbread
Infused with the timeless herbal quartet of parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme, Scarborough Fair Shortbread offers a modern twist on the classic buttery cookie. Perfectly crisp and delicately savory, these shortbread cookies balance a slightly sweet base with the earthy, aromatic flavors of fresh herbs, creating a unique bite that’s both comforting and sophisticated. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe brings together simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and all-purpose flour, elevated by a touch of fine sea salt and garden-fresh herbs. Ideal as an afternoon treat with tea or an elegant addition to a charcuterie board, these beautifully golden cookies will transport your taste buds to a rustic English garden. Whether you’re hosting guests or savoring a quiet moment, these herb-kissed shortbread cookies are sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 226 grams unsalted butter
- 70 grams powdered sugar
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh sage
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together with a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and fine sea salt.
Step 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
Step 5
Gently fold in the finely chopped parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 6
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and shape it into a disc. Roll it out to approximately 1/2-inch (1.25 cm) thickness.
Step 7
Use a cookie cutter of your choice to cut out shapes, then transfer the shortbread pieces onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let the shortbread cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Serve with tea or coffee and enjoy the fragrant herbal notes of your Scarborough Fair Shortbread!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (553.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2831.7 |
| Total Fat 196.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 113.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 500.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1978.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 261.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 69.0g | |
| Protein 27.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 91.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 335.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories