LEMON SHORTBREAD

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Yield Makes 24 wedges

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
2/3 cup sugar
1/4 cornstarch
2 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°F. Blend first 5 ingredients in processor. Add butter; cut in using on/off turns until moist clumps form. Gather dough into ball; divide in half. Press 1 dough half onto bottom of each of two 8-inch-diameter cake pans. Pierce dough all over with fork.
  • Bake until cooked through and pale golden, about 40 minutes. Cool shortbread in pans on racks 5 minutes. Cut each warm shortbread in pan into 12 wedges. Cool completely. Using spatula, carefully transfer to platter. (Can be made up to 4 days ahead. Store in airtight container at room temperature.)

Akamanzi Joella
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Overall, I thought these cookies were just okay. I wouldn't go out of my way to make them again.


Maria Lemus
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I thought the lemon flavor was a bit overpowering. I would have preferred a more subtle flavor.


Taiba Malik
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed them.


RYAN GIGGS
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my cookies turned out too dry. I think I might have overbaked them.


Santi Bk
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I made these cookies for a bake sale and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Christina Price
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These were the best lemon shortbread cookies I've ever had. The texture was perfect and the lemon flavor was amazing.


Remy Atallah
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These cookies were easy to make and turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making them again.


Cindy Jordaan
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I'm not usually a fan of lemon desserts, but these cookies changed my mind. The balance of sweetness and tartness was perfect.


Chidiadi Gerald
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These shortbread cookies were a hit at my party! Everyone loved the tangy lemon flavor.


Joan Kevin
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I love how simple yet delicious these cookies are. The lemon zest adds a wonderful flavor and aroma. They're perfect for any occasion.


Bistry Moj
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These lemon shortbread cookies were a delightful treat! The zesty lemon flavor perfectly complemented the buttery shortbread crust. They were easy to make and turned out beautifully. I'll definitely be making these again!


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