Butterscotch Shortbread Fingers
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Buttery shortbread fingers infused with the rich flavor of butterscotch, perfect for a sweet treat.
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Ingredients
- 200 gbutter(softened)
- 150 gcaster sugar
- 50 mlbutterscotch syrup
- 100 gunsalted butter(melted)
- 6 gsalt
- 1 mlvanilla extract
- 200 gall-purpose flour
- 75 gconfectioners' sugar
- 1 eggegg
- 12 gflaky salt(optional)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: Optional: Use a silicone mat for easy cleanup.
- 2
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, confectioners' sugar, and salt.
Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients to avoid lumps.
- 3
In a large bowl, cream the butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for this step.
- 4
Add the melted butter, butterscotch syrup, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
Tip: Make sure the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the bowl, mixing until a dough forms.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- 6
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Tip: This will help the dough relax and become easier to work with.
- 7
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of about 6mm.
Tip: Use a rolling pin to achieve an even thickness.
- 8
Cut the dough into fingers, about 5cm long.
Tip: Use a sharp knife or a cookie cutter to get clean edges.
- 9
Place the fingers on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2cm of space between each finger.
Tip: Make sure they're not touching each other.
- 10
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Tip: Keep an eye on them, as they can burn quickly.
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