Scottish Brown Sugar Shortbread

Very light and flavourful shortbread. This is such a simple recipe you will be surprised that it tastes so yummy. The real trick is using brown sugar and real butter. I have made this with and without the vanilla and I enjoy it either way. This recipe is a staple in my recipe library.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 24
• Yields: 24 cookies

Ingredients

• 2  cups butter
• 1  cup  packed brown sugar
• 4  cups all-purpose flour
• 1  teaspoon vanilla (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
2. Cream butter and brown sugar and vannilla (optional).
3. Add 3 to 3 3/4 cups flour. Mix well.
4. Sprinkle board with the remaining flour. Knead for 5 minutes, adding enough flour to make a soft dough.
5. Roll to 1/2 inch thickness. Press out shapes or cut into 3x1 inch strips. Prick with fork and place on ungreased baking sheets.
6. Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 20 to 25 minutes.