Follow these steps for perfect results
Butter
soft
All-purpose flour
Sugar
Farina (Cream of Wheat)
Soften butter to room temperature.
Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add flour and farina to the butter mixture.
Combine all ingredients using your hands until a dough forms.
Press the dough onto a foil-lined jelly roll pan.
Using a fork, prick holes evenly across the surface of the dough.
Bake in a preheated oven at 300°F for 1 hour.
Remove from the oven and immediately cut into squares.
Let cool completely before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
For a more intense buttery flavor, use brown butter.
Do not overmix the dough to prevent a tough shortbread.
Cool completely before cutting for cleaner edges.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
Dough can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
Serve shortbread squares on a dessert plate, dusted with powdered sugar.
Serve with tea or coffee
Pair with fresh berries
Accompany with a scoop of vanilla ice cream
Complements the buttery flavor
Discover the story behind this recipe
Traditionally served during Hogmanay (New Year's Eve) and other festive occasions in Scotland.
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