Shortbread, a buttery and sweet biscuit, provides carbohydrates and vitamins while helping to stabilize blood sugar levels.

Shortbread is perfect to serve with tea, coffee, or any beverage of your choice. It can be enjoyed as a snack or used as a base for desserts.

It is very easy to prepare and can be made within 1 hour.

Ingredients:

- 1 cup of all-purpose butter

- 1/2 cup of sugar

- 1 cup of all-purpose flour

- 1/2 cup of cornstarch

- Vanilla essence to enhance flavor (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.

2. In another bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and cornstarch.

3. Add the vanilla essence to the butter and mix until combined.

4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter, mixing until a dough forms.

5. Wrap the dough in clingfilm and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

6. After refrigerating, roll out the dough to the desired thickness.

7. Cut the dough into desired shapes or traditional shortbread shapes.

8. Bake in an air fryer or oven for 35-40 minutes.

9. Optional: Use a fork to create the traditional shortbread holes before baking.

10. Once baked, let the shortbread cool and enjoy its crispy texture.

Try making these delicious shortbread cookies at home and you'll never go back to store-bought. This recipe is preservative-free and sure to be a hit!

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