Classic Turkish shortbread made from butter, flour and sugar that melts in the mouth. Two or three are perfect with tea.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 170 °C and line a tray with parchment. Pulse the sugar in a blender for a few seconds to make it finer.
- 2
Beat the butter, sugar and vanilla for 3-4 minutes until creamy.
- 3
Gradually add the flour with the cornstarch and bring together into a soft dough that doesn't stick to your hands.
- 4
Roll walnut-sized pieces into balls, place on the tray and press a small dimple into each with a finger.
- 5
Bake at 170 °C for 15-18 minutes, until the bottoms are just lightly golden and the tops stay pale.
- 6
Cool on the tray for 10 minutes; they break easily while hot, so serve once cooled.
Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 255 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
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