Raspberry Shortbread

Vegetarian
Raspberry Shortbread
45 min.
72
60kcal

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Indulge in the delightful sweetness of Raspberry Shortbread, a vegetarian dessert that promises to elevate any gathering or celebration! With a rich, buttery flavor and a vibrant raspberry filling, these cookies are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while also impressing your guests.

This recipe, ready in just 45 minutes, allows you to create 72 servings, making it an ideal choice for parties, bake sales, or simply to enjoy at home with family and friends. Each piece delivers a whimsical combination of tender shortbread and luscious seedless raspberry jam, beautifully drizzled with a sweet almond glaze that ties all the flavors together.

The process is straightforward, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. You’ll appreciate the simplicity of the ingredients and the joy of transforming them into something so delicious. The aroma of freshly baked shortbread wafting through your kitchen is an experience in itself!

Not only is this Raspberry Shortbread a treat for the taste buds, but its stunning presentation also makes it a feast for the eyes. Perfect for any dessert table, these delightful cookies are certain to become a favorite, bringing smiles and satisfaction to all who enjoy them. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to bake a batch of bliss!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract 
  • cup butter softened
  • 2.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar 
  • 10 ounce raspberry jam seedless
  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • 3.5 tablespoons water 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • hand mixer
  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. Beat butter and 2/3 cup sugar at medium speed with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Gradually add flour, beating at low speed until blended.
  2. Divide dough into 6 equal portions, and roll each dough portion into a 12-inch-long x 1-inch-wide strip.
  3. Place 3 dough strips on each of 2 lightly greased baking sheets.
  4. Make a 1/2-inch-wide x 1/4-inch-deep indentation down center of each strip, using the handle of a wooden spoon.
  5. Bake, in 2 batches, at 350 for 15 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven, and spoon jam into indentations.
  7. Bake 5 more minutes or until lightly browned.
  8. Whisk together powdered sugar, 3 1/2 tablespoons water, and almond extract; drizzle over warm shortbread.
  9. Cut each strip diagonally into 12 (1-inch-wide) slices. Cool in pans on wire racks. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Calories60kcal
Protein3.25%
Fat38.95%
Carbs57.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.47
Glycemic Load
5.16
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.79869564331096%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:59.8kcal
2.99%
Fat:2.61g
4.01%
Saturated Fat:1.63g
10.17%
Carbohydrates:8.71g
2.9%
Net Carbohydrates:8.55g
3.11%
Sugar:4.59g
5.1%
Cholesterol:6.78mg
2.26%
Sodium:21.69mg
0.94%
Alcohol:0.01g
100%
Alcohol %:0.08%
100%
Protein:0.49g
0.98%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.32%
Selenium:1.6µg
2.28%
Folate:8.47µg
2.12%
Vitamin A:78.79IU
1.58%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.57%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.53%
Vitamin B3:0.26mg
1.3%
Iron:0.22mg
1.24%
Source:My Recipes