Classic Shortbread Recipe

Ingredients:

• 250g butter (softened)

• ½ cup icing sugar

• 2 cups plain flour

• ½ cup cornflour

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 150°C (300°F). Line a baking tray with baking paper.

2. Cream the butter and icing sugar together until light and fluffy.

3. Sift in the flour and cornflour, and mix to form a soft dough.

4. Roll out on a lightly floured surface to about 1cm thick. Cut into shapes or rectangles.

5. Place on tray and prick with a fork.

6. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until pale golden (not brown).

7. Cool on a rack and enjoy! Optional: Dust with extra icing sugar once cooled.