How to make Scottish Shortbread Cookies

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a unique flavor.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean paste

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean paste enhances flavor without synthetic additives.

Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).

In a mixing bowl, combine 2 sticks of softened butter, 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar, and 1/4 cup of packed light brown sugar.

Mix the ingredients until light and fluffy.

Sift 2 cups of flour and gradually add it to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing slowly to avoid a mess.

Bring the dough together into a ball and divide it into three equal pieces.

Roll each piece into a ball and then flatten it into a disc about 3/8 inch thick.

Place the discs onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Use a fork to create a decorative pattern on the top of the discs.

Bake in the preheated oven for an unspecified time until golden brown (exact time not mentioned).

Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

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