Citrus Cornmeal Shortbread

Vegetarian
Citrus Cornmeal Shortbread
165 min.
64
53kcal

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Indulge your senses with our delightful Citrus Cornmeal Shortbread, a perfect treat for any dessert lover! This vegetarian recipe combines the rich, buttery flavor of traditional shortbread with the zesty brightness of candied citrus peels, creating a unique twist that will leave your taste buds dancing. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy notes, enhanced by the subtle crunch of yellow cornmeal, making it an irresistible addition to your dessert table.

With a preparation time of just 165 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch of these scrumptious cookies to share with friends and family. This recipe yields an impressive 64 servings, making it ideal for gatherings, parties, or simply to enjoy throughout the week. At only 53 calories per cookie, you can indulge without the guilt!

The process is simple and rewarding, starting with the creaming of softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, followed by the incorporation of fragrant citrus peels. After shaping the dough into logs and chilling them to perfection, you’ll slice and bake these treats to golden-brown perfection. The result? A melt-in-your-mouth shortbread that beautifully balances the richness of butter with the refreshing zing of citrus.

Whether you’re an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, this Citrus Cornmeal Shortbread recipe is sure to impress. So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a delightful dessert that will brighten any occasion!

Ingredients

  • cup butter softened
  • 0.3 cup candied orange peel chopped
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup lemon zest chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon orange zest grated
  • cup powdered sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup cornmeal yellow
  • tablespoons cornmeal yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. In large bowl, beat butter, powdered sugar, grated orange peel and grated lemon peel with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. On medium-low speed, beat in flour, 1/4 cup cornmeal and the salt until blended. Stir in candied orange and lemon peel.
  2. Shape dough into 2 (8-inch) logs.
  3. Roll logs in 2 tablespoons cornmeal. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap; refrigerate about 2 hours or until firm.
  4. Heat oven to 350F. Unwrap dough; cut each log into 1/4-inch slices. On ungreased cookie sheets, place slices 2 inches apart.
  5. Bake 12 to 14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
  6. Remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories53kcal
Protein3.98%
Fat49.57%
Carbs46.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.09
Glycemic Load
2.56
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.85173911990031%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:53.3kcal
2.67%
Fat:2.97g
4.57%
Saturated Fat:1.84g
11.49%
Carbohydrates:6.27g
2.09%
Net Carbohydrates:6.01g
2.18%
Sugar:2.51g
2.79%
Cholesterol:7.63mg
2.54%
Sodium:32.84mg
1.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.54g
1.07%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.26%
Selenium:1.44µg
2.05%
Folate:7.64µg
1.91%
Vitamin A:89.11IU
1.78%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.68%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.3%
Vitamin B3:0.26mg
1.29%
Iron:0.22mg
1.2%
Fiber:0.26g
1.05%