Best shortbread

This is not only the best shortbread recipe, it's super easy and always turns out perfectly. A classic shortbread that can be either plain or flavored, it comes together quickly in either a food processor or stand mixer, and then has a low and slow bake to get the perfect texture. A delicious sweet snack any time of day!

I live in Missouri, but many of our family recipes come from New Zealand, where I lived as a youngster. I proudly claim a Down Under heritage! These special-occasion cookies bring back warm and sweet memories of my childhood, and I'm going to make sure they're passed on to the next generation in my family—no matter where they live. —A. Swenson, Camdenton, Missouri

These shortbread cookies have an exciting play between sugar and salt with a full-on buttery flavor and perfectly crumbly texture. They are the platonic ideal of perfect shortbread.

Classic and authentic Scottish Shortbread recipe containing only three ingredients: flour, butter and sugar.

Learn how easy it is to make your own homemade Walker's Scottish Shortbread cookies with just a few basic pantry ingredients.

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For the best shortbread, it's all about simplicity in ingredients and closely following each step. These instructions make it easy!

Buttery and crumbly shortbread cookies. Simple and easy recipe. Just only four ingredients used. I love to bake this time of year as I know Christmas is just around the corner.