Chocolate-Glazed Shortbread

Chocolate-Glazed Shortbread recipe videos

Chocolate-Glazed Shortbread is a rich, buttery Scottish biscuit traditionally made with just flour, butter, and sugar, then dipped or drizzled in a smooth chocolate coating. Its simple, crumbly texture and sweet, tangy chocolate glaze make it a beloved tea-time treat across the UK and beyond.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from refined flour, butter, and sugar, with minimal protein. A typical serving (about 30-40g) provides roughly 150-200 calories, along with small amounts of calcium and iron.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	210 kcal
Protein	2 g
Carbs	25 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	14 g
Sodium	80 mg
Calcium	20 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Potassium	60 mg
Magnesium	15 mg
Phosphorus	30 mg
Vitamin A	40 IU
Vitamin E	0.5 mg
Niacin (B3)	0.3 mg

Per 1 piece (approx. 40 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Shortbread's iconic 'short' texture comes from its high butter content, which inhibits gluten formation—a technique perfected in 18th-century Scotland. Nutritionally, the chocolate glaze adds antioxidants from cocoa, but the overall profile remains an indulgent, occasional treat rather than a nutrient-dense food.