A recipe for shortbread cookies typically consists of butter, sugar, flour, and sometimes cornstarch. The butter and sugar are creamed together until light and fluffy, then the flour and cornstarch are added and mixed until just combined. The dough is then rolled out and cut into shapes, and baked until golden brown. Shortbread cookies are a popular tea cookie and are often served with jam or clotted cream.
The earliest known recipe for shortbread cookies dates back to the 16th century, and the cookies have been a popular treat in Scotland ever since. Shortbread cookies are also popular in other parts of the world, including England, the United States, and Canada.