Newfoundland Christmas Shortbread is a festive and delightful treat that captures the essence of holiday baking. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are a staple in many Newfoundland homes during the Christmas season, bringing joy and nostalgia with every bite. Perfect for sharing at holiday gatherings, gifting to loved ones, or simply enjoying with a cup of hot cocoa, these shortbread cookies add a touch of tradition and sweetness to your celebrations.
In this blog post, we’ll show you how to make authentic Newfoundland Christmas Shortbread from scratch. The recipe is simple and straightforward, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. You’ll start by creaming together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then gradually incorporate flour to form a soft, pliable dough. The dough is then rolled out and cut into festive shapes, ready for baking. We’ll provide tips on how to achieve the perfect texture crispy on the outside and tender on the inside—and how to decorate your shortbread for a festive touch. Our step-by-step instructions will guide you through the entire process, ensuring your cookies turn out beautifully every time.
Experience the joy of homemade Newfoundland Christmas Shortbread and share this beloved tradition with your family and friends. These cookies are sure to become a holiday favorite, bringing a touch of Newfoundland’s rich culinary heritage to your festive celebrations.
Christmas Shortbread Cookies Recipe:
- 1 cup butter
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup icing sugar
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 2 cups flour
Mix flour, cornstarch, salt and icing together, Blend in butter until soft. Roll in balls. Flatten with fork, decorate with sprinkles, don’t grease pan. Bake at 300-F degrees for 20 minutes.
Christmas Shortbread Cookies (Recipe #2)
- 1 cup butter
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 2 cups flour
- 1-1/2 cups coconut
- 2/3 cups red and green cherries
- 1/4 cup golden raisins
- 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 can condensed milk
Preheat oven 350 degrees, Cream butter to sugar, add flour. Mix until mixture resembles coarse crumbs, Pat dough into 9×9 greased square pan, Bake 350 degrees for 20 minutes,
Combine remaining ingredients and spread over top of shortbread as soon as it comes out of the oven, Bake for another 35 minutes at 350-F degrees or until golden brown.
