Lemon Shortbread

Vegetarian
Lemon Shortbread
45 min.
24
101kcal

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Craving a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth treat with a bright citrus kick? Look no further than this delightful Lemon Shortbread recipe! Imagine the delicate crumb, perfectly balanced with a delightful tang of fresh lemon. It's the kind of dessert that elevates any tea time or becomes an instant crowd-pleaser at a gathering.

What's so great about this recipe? It’s surprisingly simple! No fancy techniques are needed, just a few pantry staples and a touch of lemon zest magic. In under an hour, you can have 24 irresistible wedges of happiness ready to share. This recipe is vegetarian-friendly, boasting a mere 101 calories per serving - a guilt-free indulgence you might just feel good about!.

The aroma alone, as it bakes in the oven, is enough to transport you to a sunny citrus grove. This Lemon Shortbread is also perfect for making ahead – it keeps beautifully for days, ensuring you are always prepared for a spontaneous dessert craving or a last-minute guest. Get ready to enjoy the most delicious part of your day!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups all purpose flour 
  • 0.3  cornstarch 
  • 2.5 teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • 0.8 cup butter unsalted chilled cut into 1/2-inch cubes ()

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F. Blend first 5 ingredients in processor.
  2. Add butter; cut in using on/off turns until moist clumps form. Gather dough into ball; divide in half. Press 1 dough half onto bottom of each of two 8-inch-diameter cake pans. Pierce dough all over with fork.
  3. Bake until cooked through and pale golden, about 40 minutes. Cool shortbread in pans on racks 5 minutes.
  4. Cut each warm shortbread in pan into 12 wedges. Cool completely. Using spatula, carefully transfer to platter. (Can be made up to 4 days ahead. Store in airtight container at room temperature.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories101kcal
Protein3.4%
Fat51.46%
Carbs45.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.05
Glycemic Load
8.19
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.4091304307399%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:100.83kcal
5.04%
Fat:5.85g
9%
Saturated Fat:3.66g
22.85%
Carbohydrates:11.54g
3.85%
Net Carbohydrates:11.31g
4.11%
Sugar:5.58g
6.2%
Cholesterol:15.25mg
5.08%
Sodium:49.45mg
2.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.87g
1.74%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.12%
Selenium:2.75µg
3.94%
Folate:14.54µg
3.63%
Vitamin A:177.38IU
3.55%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.7%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.48%
Vitamin B3:0.47mg
2.33%
Iron:0.37mg
2.05%
Vitamin E:0.17mg
1.13%
Phosphorus:10.17mg
1.02%
Source:Epicurious