I love shortbread. I'll have to try this recipe. Someone earlier mentioned making almond shortbread. I just made a hazelnut shortbread using a different recipe with 1 cup KA all purpose flour and 1 cup hazelnut flour/meal. They turned out great, especially with a drizzle of bittersweet chocolate on top. I'm sure you could sub almond meal/flour similarly.
Yes, Alissa, nut flours work very well in shortbread - they contribute to both flavor and crumbly texture. Shortbread is actually one time you WANT your cookie to crumble! Thanks for the input - PJH
December 15, 2008 at 9:01pm