Scottish Shortbread Rounds
Scottish Shortbread Rounds are a classic, crumbly butter biscuit from Scotland, traditionally made with just three simple ingredients: butter, sugar, and flour. They are often shaped into rounds or thick fingers and baked until pale golden, with a signature sandy texture that melts in the mouth.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This treat is high in fat and carbohydrates, providing a quick energy boost but little protein or fiber. A single, medium-sized round (about 30g) typically contains around 150-170 calories, with the majority of calories coming from butter.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 245 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 15 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Potassium | 45 mg |
| Vitamin A | 100 IU |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.1 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 30 mg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
Per 2 rounds (approx. 50 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Historically, shortbread was a luxury food associated with Scottish celebrations like Hogmanay (New Year's Eve) and weddings, and its high butter content was a symbol of prosperity. Its unique, tender crumb is achieved by a high fat-to-flour ratio and careful, minimal handling of the dough.
