Gluten-free Irish Nut Shortbread: A Delightful Treat for Every Occasion
Indulge in the delectable taste of tradition with our gluten-free Irish Nut Shortbread, a delightful confection that captures the essence of Irish heritage and culinary artistry. This classic shortbread is reimagined using a special blend of gluten-free flour, creating a texture that is both crumbly and satisfying, while still maintaining the authentic shortbread experience. The addition of nuts, such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans, adds a delightful crunch and nutty flavor that elevates this treat to the next level. Whether you're celebrating St. Patrick's Day, hosting a tea party, or simply seeking a sweet indulgence, our gluten-free Irish Nut Shortbread is the perfect choice. In this article, you'll find a collection of recipes that cater to various dietary preferences, including gluten-free, vegan, and even a keto-friendly version. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more of this delightful shortbread.
GLUTEN-FREE SHORTBREAD
Make and share this Gluten-Free Shortbread recipe from Food.com.
Provided by katii
Categories Dessert
Time 25m
Yield 60 cookies, 60 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix butter, both sugars (not coloured), and flour together.
- Work well with hands until it will hold together.
- Make 4 rolls about 1 1/2" in diameter, wrap, and chill for at least 6 hours.
- Slice 1/4" thick and arrange on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet.
- Sprinkle cookies with sugar, if desired.
- Bake cookies in a preheated 350* oven for 10-15 minutes until very lightly burned around the edges.
- Remove to wire rack to cool.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.5, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 16.3, Sodium 46, Carbohydrate 10.6, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 2.9, Protein 0.8
GLUTEN-FREE LEMON SHORTBREADS
Bring some zest to the occasion with this crowd-pleasing gluten-free lemon shortbread biscuits. You could also try using lime or orange zest for a similar citrus flavour
Provided by Cassie Best
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Line a 20 x 20cm cake tin with baking parchment. Blitz the flour, butter, half the icing sugar and the lemon zest together in a food processor until the mixture looks sandy. Add half the lemon juice and blitz again until the dough starts to clump together. At this stage, the dough will keep wrapped and frozen for up to two months. Heat the oven to 170C/150C fan/gas 3.
- Press half the dough into the base of the tin using your fingertips, ensuring it's in an even layer. Spread the curd over the dough, leaving a ½cm border of around the edge.
- Roll the remaining dough into cherry tomato-sized balls, then press these into flat discs using your fingers. Arrange the dough discs over the layer of curd in a random patchwork pattern until completely covered. Bake for 35 mins until the shortbread is pale and lightly golden at the edges. Leave to cool completely in the tin.
- Mix the remaining icing sugar with enough of the remaining lemon juice to make a pourable icing. Drizzle this over the cooled shortbread and leave to set, then cut into 16 squares. Will keep in an airtight container for three days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 32 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 17 grams sugar, Fiber 0.2 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Use a combination of flours. This recipe uses a blend of almond flour, coconut flour, and tapioca flour. This combination creates a shortbread that is both gluten-free and has a light and crumbly texture.
- Chill the dough before baking. This helps the shortbread to hold its shape and prevents it from spreading too much in the oven.
- Use a light hand when mixing the dough. Overworking the dough will make the shortbread tough.
- Bake the shortbread until the edges are just starting to brown. Overbaking will make the shortbread dry and crumbly.
- Let the shortbread cool completely before cutting it. This will help to prevent the shortbread from breaking.
Conclusion:
This gluten-free Irish nut shortbread is a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of almond flour, coconut flour, and tapioca flour, this shortbread is both gluten-free and has a light and crumbly texture. The addition of chopped nuts and dried fruit makes this shortbread extra special. Whether you are looking for a gluten-free holiday treat or a simply delicious snack, this Irish nut shortbread is sure to please.
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