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Shortbread
Scottish biscuit / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Not to be confused with Shortcake or Shortcrust pastry.
Shortbread or shortie[1] is a traditional Scottish biscuit usually made from one part white sugar, two parts butter, and three to four parts plain wheat flour. Shortbread does not contain any leavening, such as baking powder or baking soda. Shortbread is widely associated with Christmas and Hogmanay festivities in Scotland, and some Scottish brands are exported around the world.
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![]() A shortbread round | |
Type | Biscuit |
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Place of origin | Scotland |
Main ingredients | Flour, butter, white sugar |
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