Easy Shortbread Biscuits (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
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180 g plain flour
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60 g caster sugar (plus extra 1 tablespoon for sprinkling)
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½ teaspoon salt (optional)
→ Dairy
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120 g unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
# Instructions:
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Line a large baking tray with baking paper and set aside. Alternatively, you can also bake your shortbread in a small ovenproof dish, small pan or small tin.
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Place the flour, butter, sugar and salt (if using) into a large mixing bowl. Use your hands to combine all ingredients until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Press the mixture firmly together, then knead into a dough.
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Lightly flour the work surface, then roll the dough to approximately 1-1.5 cm thick. Cut the dough into rectangular fingers and transfer to the prepared baking tray. Create several imprints halfway through each biscuit using a fork, then sprinkle with extra sugar. Chill for 30 minutes. Alternatively, press the dough directly into your baking pan, prick with a fork, sprinkle with sugar (no chilling required for this method).
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Heat the oven to 190°C (or 170°C for fan-assisted ovens).
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Bake the shortbread biscuits for 15-20 minutes, or until pale golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
# Notes:
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The dough can be pressed directly into a baking dish without chilling if you prefer not to cut individual biscuits.