Rosemary and Toasted-Caraway Shortbread

Vegetarian
Rosemary and Toasted-Caraway Shortbread
45 min.
18
232kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Rosemary and Toasted-Caraway Shortbread, a unique twist on a classic treat that is sure to impress your family and friends. This vegetarian dessert combines the earthy notes of toasted caraway seeds with the aromatic essence of fresh rosemary, creating a harmonious blend that tantalizes the taste buds. Perfect for any occasion, these shortbread cookies are not only easy to make but also ready in just 45 minutes!

Imagine the warm, buttery aroma wafting through your kitchen as you whip up this delectable treat. The process begins with toasting caraway seeds to enhance their flavor, followed by a light and fluffy mixture of butter and sugars that forms the base of this shortbread. The addition of finely chopped rosemary elevates the taste, while a sprinkle of coarse sanding sugar adds a delightful crunch to each bite.

Whether you're hosting a tea party, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself to a sweet snack, these shortbread cookies are the perfect companion. With 18 servings, there's plenty to share—or to keep all to yourself! Plus, the make-ahead option allows you to prepare the dough in advance, making it a convenient choice for busy bakers. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a batch of these irresistible Rosemary and Toasted-Caraway Shortbread cookies that will leave everyone asking for more!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon caraway seeds 
  • large eggs beaten to blend
  • 2.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt 
  • 0.3 cup powdered sugar 
  • teaspoons rosemary leaves fresh whole finely chopped
  • 18 servings sugar (for sprinkling)
  • cup butter unsalted chilled cut into 1/2" pieces (2 sticks)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast caraway seeds in a small dry skillet over medium-high heat, tossing occasionally, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Coarsely chop; set aside.
  2. Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat butter, granulated sugar, powdered sugar, and salt until very light and fluffy, 7–10 minutes (beating air into butter makes for tender shortbread). Reduce speed to low and add flour, caraway, and 2 teaspoons chopped rosemary; mix just to combine. Dough will look shaggy and a little dry (it's not!).
  3. Press dough into two 8"-diameter cake pans.
  4. Brush with egg, sprinkle with sanding sugar, and top with rosemary leaves.
  5. Bake until shortbread is golden brown and sides pull away from pan, 20–25 minutes.
  6. Transfer pan to a wire rack; let cool in pan before turning out and cutting into wedges or bars.
  7. MAKE AHEAD: Shortbread dough can be made 1 month ahead; wrap tightly and freeze. Shortbread can be baked 1 week ahead; store wrapped tightly at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories232kcal
Protein3.86%
Fat41%
Carbs55.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.95
Glycemic Load
21.84
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.244347791228%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:232.05kcal
11.6%
Fat:10.74g
16.52%
Saturated Fat:6.59g
41.21%
Carbohydrates:32.48g
10.83%
Net Carbohydrates:31.97g
11.63%
Sugar:19.22g
21.35%
Cholesterol:37.45mg
12.48%
Sodium:70.51mg
3.07%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.27g
4.55%
Selenium:6.99µg
9.99%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.23%
Folate:33.48µg
8.37%
Vitamin A:330.88IU
6.62%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.28%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.11%
Vitamin B3:1.04mg
5.18%
Iron:0.89mg
4.92%
Phosphorus:27.92mg
2.79%
Vitamin E:0.33mg
2.23%
Fiber:0.51g
2.05%
Vitamin D:0.24µg
1.63%
Copper:0.03mg
1.57%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.33%
Magnesium:4.7mg
1.18%
Zinc:0.18mg
1.18%
Source:Epicurious