Brown Sugar Shortbread
Calories: 9
Adjust Servings Here: 16 servings
Description
Brown sugar shortbread offers a rich, buttery treat with a deep molasses flavor, adding a delightful twist to the classic cookie. The brown sugar enhances the sweetness and introduces a slight chewiness, complementing the traditional crumbly texture. This variation is perfect for those who love classic shortbread but crave a more robust, caramel-like flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (227 g) Butter (unsalted softened)
- ½ cup (110 g) Dark Brown Sugar
- ¼ tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 2 cups (250 g) All-Purpose Flour
Instructions
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy. This takes 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer on medium speed. Mix in the salt and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.1 cup Butter (unsalted, ½ cup Dark Brown Sugar, ¼ tsp Salt, 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- Incorporate the Flour: Gradually add the flour to the butter mixture until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix to avoid tough cookies.2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- Press into Pan: Press the dough evenly into an 8x8-inch square pan. Use the back of a spoon or your hands to smooth the surface.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F /175°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Chill the Dough: Refrigerate the pan with the dough for at least 30 minutes. Chilling helps the bars maintain their shape during baking.
- Mark Lines and Dock with a Fork: Once chilled, use a knife to mark lines where you will later cut the bars. Then, use a fork to gently dock the dough all over. This prevents the dough from puffing up during baking.
- Bake: Bake the shortbread bars for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cut the Bars: While the bars are still warm and in the pan, carefully trace over the lines you made earlier to cut the bars. This will ensure clean edges.
- Cool and Separate: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, carefully separate the bars and enjoy.
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