Description
Indulge in the delicate crunch of buttery shortbread, perfectly complemented by the sweet, creamy notes of white chocolate and the vibrant tartness of fresh strawberries. Each bite melts in your mouth, offering a delightful contrast of textures and flavors that evoke the essence of a sunny summer day.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Shortbread:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Strawberry Topping:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- For the White Chocolate Drizzle:
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Press the dough into a greased 9×9 inch baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- While the shortbread is baking, prepare the strawberries by tossing them with granulated sugar and letting them sit for 10 minutes to release their juices.
- Once the shortbread is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.
- Melt the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Once cooled, top the shortbread with the macerated strawberries and drizzle with melted white chocolate.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- This shortbread can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- For longer storage, freeze the shortbread for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.
- Substitute raspberries or blueberries for strawberries for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approximately 1.5 oz)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Sodium: 50 milligrams
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
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