crispier butter & cornmeal shortbreads, icookstuff from www.icookstuff.com
Introduction
Shortbread is a classic Scottish biscuit that is enjoyed all around the world for its buttery and crumbly texture. Corn flour is an excellent ingredient to use in shortbread recipes as it gives a delicate texture to the biscuit. This recipe is easy to follow, and the result is a delicious biscuit that will have everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
To make this shortbread recipe with corn flour, you will need the following ingredients:
225g of unsalted butter
110g of caster sugar
225g of plain flour
110g of corn flour
A pinch of salt
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven
Preheat your oven to 150°C/300°F/Gas Mark 2.
Step 2: Cream the butter and sugar
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and caster sugar together until light and fluffy.
Step 3: Add the dry ingredients
Sift in the plain flour, corn flour, and salt. Mix until everything is combined and forms a dough.
Step 4: Roll out the dough
Roll out the dough on a floured surface until it's about 1cm thick. Cut the dough into the desired shape using a cookie cutter or a knife.
Step 5: Bake the shortbread
Place the shortbread on a lined baking tray and bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are a light golden color.
Step 6: Let it cool
Once the shortbread is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool on the baking tray for 10 minutes. Then transfer the shortbread to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
One serving of this shortbread recipe with corn flour (30g) contains approximately:
Calories: 160
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fat: 9g
Protein: 1g
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 18mg
Tips and Variations
To make the shortbread more flavorful, you can add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or lemon zest to the dough.
You can also add 50g of chopped nuts, such as almonds or pecans, to the dough for a crunchy texture.
If you prefer a sweeter shortbread, you can increase the amount of caster sugar to 125g.
For a festive touch, you can cut the shortbread into Christmas shapes and sprinkle them with icing sugar.
Shortbread can be stored in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
Conclusion
This shortbread recipe with corn flour is a delicious twist on the classic biscuit. The use of corn flour gives the shortbread a delicate texture, making it a perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea or coffee. With this easy-to-follow recipe, you can make your own shortbread at home and impress your family and friends.
