Sage-Scented Shortbread

Vegetarian
Sage-Scented Shortbread
45 min.
32
87kcal

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Welcome to a delightful baking adventure with our Sage-Scented Shortbread! If you’re looking to impress your guests with a unique twist on a classic treat, then this recipe is the perfect addition to your dessert repertoire. The combination of unsalted butter and powdered sugar creates a melt-in-your-mouth texture, while the addition of fragrant sage leaves adds an unexpected yet harmonious flavor that will intrigue the palate.

In just 45 minutes, you can transform simple ingredients into elegant cookies ideal for any occasion, be it a holiday gathering or a cozy afternoon tea. With each buttery bite, the earthy notes of sage will transport you to a serene garden, making these shortbread not just a dessert, but a soothing experience.

These cookies are not only vegetarian but also suitable for a variety of diets, ensuring that everyone can indulge. As you take the time to chill the dough and fold in the sage, you’ll find that the preparation itself is a calming ritual, perfect for unwinding. Enjoy these delightful treats fresh from the oven or let them cool completely for a lovely snack anytime! Get ready to savor the unexpected sophistication of Sage-Scented Shortbread—your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • cups all purpose flour 
  • teaspoon coarse kosher salt 
  • tablespoons sage leaves dried fresh thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar 
  • cup butter unsalted cut into 1/2-inch-thick pieces, room temperature (2 sticks)

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Blend first 4 ingredients in processor.
  2. Add butter; using on/off turns, process until dough comes together. Divide in half. Shape each dough piece into log about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Chill until firm enough to slice, about 30 minutes.
  3. Position 1 rack in top third and 1 rack in bottom third of oven; preheat to 350°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
  4. Cut each dough log into 1/3- to 1/2-inch-thick rounds; place on sheets.
  5. Bake 10 minutes. Reverse sheets so bottom sheet is on top rack of oven and top sheet is on bottom rack.
  6. Bake until cookies are golden, about 15 minutes longer. Cool on racks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories87kcal
Protein4.02%
Fat59.97%
Carbs36.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.34
Glycemic Load
4.31
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.9747826657865%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:87.14kcal
4.36%
Fat:5.85g
9%
Saturated Fat:3.67g
22.92%
Carbohydrates:7.9g
2.63%
Net Carbohydrates:7.66g
2.79%
Sugar:1.86g
2.07%
Cholesterol:15.25mg
5.08%
Sodium:73.66mg
3.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.88g
1.77%
Copper:1.15mg
57.47%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.56%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.19%
Selenium:2.73µg
3.9%
Folate:14.51µg
3.63%
Vitamin A:177.27IU
3.55%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.46%
Vitamin B3:0.46mg
2.32%
Iron:0.41mg
2.26%
Vitamin E:0.17mg
1.13%
Phosphorus:10.28mg
1.03%
Source:Epicurious