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Lemon Shortbread

Crispy Lemon Shortbread That Melts in Your Mouth

This Lemon Shortbread offers a buttery delight with a melt-in-your-mouth texture and vibrant flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Swap for coconut sugar for a healthier option.
  • 1 large lemon Lemon Zest Use only the yellow part for the best taste.
  • 2 cups Unsalted Butter At room temperature for creaminess.
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Fine sea salt preferred for even distribution.
  • 1 Tbsp Lemon Paste Alternatively, use 1 tsp lemon extract.
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour, but texture may vary.
  • 1 Tbsp Sparkling Sugar Optional for a decorative crunch.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • mixing bowl
  • 10-inch tart pan
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Shortbread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and position the oven rack in the middle.
  2. In a food processor, pulse granulated sugar with the zest of one large lemon until the mixture turns pale yellow.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the lemon sugar, unsalted butter, salt, and lemon paste (or extract). Beat until light and fluffy.
  4. Gradually sift in all-purpose flour and mix on low speed until just combined.
  5. Transfer the dough to a 10-inch tart pan, press evenly, and prick lightly with a fork.
  6. Sprinkle sparkling sugar over the surface and bake for about 40 minutes until edges are golden brown.
  7. Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack and scoring into wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use room-temperature ingredients for best results. Avoid overmixing flour to keep texture delicate.

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