How do I know when shortbread is done baking?

When the edges turn lightly golden, the shortbread is ready! If you like it crispier, leave it in for a little longer.

Brown Butter Shortbread - Okonomi Kitchen

Description

This Brown Butter Shortbread is rich, buttery, and full of nutty flavor from browned butter. Made with simple ingredients, it’s an easy-to-make cookie that delivers delicious, melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Ingredients

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2 sticks (227 g) unsalted butter
2 tbsp (30 ml) milk
2 1/4 cup (284 g) all-purpose flour
2/3 cup (80g) powdered sugar
1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
3/4 tsp salt

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Instructions

Brown the butter: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Continue cooking until the butter foams and turns golden brown with a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and pour into a heatproof bowl. Let it cool until solidified.
Make the dough: In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream the solidified brown butter, powdered sugar, and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes). Add the salt, vanilla extract, and milk. Mix until well combined. Gradually add the flour and mix on low speed until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
Shape and prepare: Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal. Transfer the dough to the pan and press it evenly into the corners using your hands or the back of a spatula. Use a fork to poke holes across the surface about 1 inch apart.
Bake: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Bake the shortbread for 35–45 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. For softer shortbread, bake closer to 35 minutes; for crispier shortbread, bake closer to 45 minutes.
Cool and cut: Remove the pan from the oven and place it on a wire rack to cool for about 20 minutes. Using the parchment paper overhang, carefully lift the shortbread out of the pan. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into bars or squares.
Finish and serve: Sprinkle with flaky sea salt, if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 177
Sugar: 12 g
Sodium: 18 mg
Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 6.45 g
Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
Trans Fat: 0.38 g
Carbohydrates: 19 g
Fiber: 0.43 g
Protein: 1.74 g
Cholesterol: 3.11 mg