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Thermomix Almond Shortbread

Just like a classic shortbread recipe, our Thermomix Almond Shortbread quite literally melts in your mouth... but it also has the added deliciousness of nutty almonds throughout!
Course Biscuits, Cookies &amp
Cuisine Christmas
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 185kcal
Cost $5

Equipment

  • Thermomix
  • Rolling Pin
  • Cookie cutters
  • Oven

Ingredients

  • 250 g butter softened
  • 125 g caster sugar
  • 25 g rice flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 375 g plain flour
  • 120 g slivered almonds

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 160 degrees celsius (fan forced) and line two baking tray with baking paper.
  • Place all of the ingredients into the Thermomix bowl. Mix for 10 seconds, Speed 6.
  • Use the kneading function (Interval/dough function) and mix for a further 20 seconds or until the almond shortbread mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
  • Pour the mixture onto your Thermomat or a lightly floured work bench and knead until shortbread dough is smooth.
  • Divide the dough into two portions.
  • Roll one portion out until it's approximately 1cm thick and use a cookie cutter of your choice to cut out the shapes.
  • Repeat until you have used both portions of the almond shortbread mixture.
  • Bake in oven for approximately 10-12 minutes or until the edges have started to turn a very light golden colour.

Notes

RECIPE NOTES & TIPS
  • When making shortbread, it's really important to roll your dough on a cool bench, otherwise the butter will soften too much and make the dough sticky and difficult to work with.
  • The cooking time will vary depending on the size of the cookie cutter that you use. I recommend checking your shortbread after 10 minutes and then every 2 minutes after that as it doesn't take long to overcook it.
  • Store - in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 10 days.
  • Freeze - cooked or oncooked shortbread in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 67mg | Potassium: 57mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 260IU | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg