Gluten-Free Scottish Shortbread Recipe

Indulge in the buttery goodness of classic Scottish shortbread with this gluten-free version. Crumbly, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, this recipe is a must-try for anyone with a gluten intolerance or simply looking for a tasty treat.

Ingredients

• 1 cup rice flour
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 cup potato starch
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together rice flour, cornstarch, potato starch, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Stir in vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
6. Place the dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll out to about 1/4 inch thickness.
7. Use a cookie cutter to cut out desired shapes and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Prick the tops of the shortbread with a fork to create the traditional shortbread design.
9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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