Shortbread Fingers

Shortbread Fingers are a classic Scottish biscuit characterized by their buttery, crumbly texture and simple, elegant rectangular shape. Traditionally made with just three key ingredients—butter, sugar, and flour—they are often pricked with a fork to prevent air bubbles and baked to a pale golden hue. They are a staple of British tea time and are frequently enjoyed plain or dipped in chocolate.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These biscuits are energy-dense, being high in fat (primarily saturated fat from butter) and carbohydrates (from flour and sugar), with very little protein. A typical serving of two fingers provides roughly 180-200 calories and offers a quick source of energy, though it is low in essential vitamins and minerals.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	310 kcal
Protein	3.5 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	17 g
Fiber	0.8 g
Sugar	14 g
Sodium	150 mg
Calcium	15 mg
Iron	0.5 mg
Potassium	40 mg
Vitamin A	120 IU
Vitamin D	0.2 mcg
Vitamin E	0.5 mg
Magnesium	5 mg
Phosphorus	30 mg

Per 4 fingers (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Historically, shortbread was a luxury treat reserved for special occasions like Hogmanay (New Year's Eve) and weddings, originally shaped into rounds to represent the sun before being divided into wedges. The 'short' in its name refers to the high fat content which 'shortens' the gluten strands in the dough, creating the signature melt-in-the-mouth texture that distinguishes it from standard cookies.