How to Make Scottish Shortbread | Cookie Recipe | Allrecipes.com

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Beat butter and brown sugar together until smooth and creamy.

Add 3 to 3 3/4 cups flour; mix well.

Sprinkle board with remaining flour.

Knead for 5 minutes, adding enough flour to make a soft dough.

Roll out dough to 1/2-inch thickness.

Cut into 3x1-inch strips.

Prick shortbread cookies with a fork and place on ungreased baking sheets.

Bake in the preheated oven until edges are golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.

Cool on the baking sheet briefly before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

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