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Easy Shortbread Recipe

A simple and even humble Shortbread biscuit can be the purest form of classic sweetness.  This Easy Shortbread Recipe is quick and easy to make. With only six ingredients it's a winner. Surprise your family and friends with this shortbread.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 24 pieces

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Butter
  • 1/3 cup Icing Sugar
  • 1/3 cup Cornflour
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla Essence
  • 2 1/3 cups Plain Flour

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 180°C.
  • Melt butter over low heat or in the microwave.
  • Allow to cool slightly.
  • Sift cornflour and icing sugar together, add sugar, add butter and vanilla.
  • Beat mixture until thick and creamy.
  • Add sifted flour and mix well.
  • Press into a 18 cm x 28 cm baking tray.
  • Smooth top.
  • Mark into fingers with a knife.
  • Prick each finger with a fork.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until light brown.
  • Cut into fingers while still hot.
  • Cool and store in a airtight tin.