Classic Shortbread Cookies
Classic Shortbread Cookies are a traditional Scottish treat known for their crumbly, buttery texture and simple elegance. They are typically made with just three core ingredients: butter, sugar, and flour, often with a touch of salt to balance the sweetness.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These cookies are high in fat and carbohydrates, with a modest amount of protein from the flour. A single serving (about 1-2 cookies) can provide a quick energy boost but is also calorie-dense, often around 100-150 calories per piece.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 290 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 14 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 20 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Potassium | 45 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 IU |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1.5 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 30 mg |
Per 4 cookies (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Historically, shortbread was a luxury item in Scotland, often associated with celebrations like weddings and Hogmanay (New Year's Eve). Its name 'short' refers to the high fat content, which 'shortens' the gluten strands in the dough, creating its signature tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
