I've made this recipe two times now. The first I followed the recipe exactly. The second time, I added all but 2 tbs of the sugar/spice mixture into the flour before mixing in the butter. I then sprinkled the 2 tbs on top after scoring the shortbread. I also baked in my brownie pan (9X10) instead of the 8X8 as suggested. Great recipe, great spice mixture. Don't omit the cardamon, even if you have to go out and buy some just for this recipe. It is a very fragrant spice and really adds to the taste.
This deserves a lot more reviews than it has received. It was really delicious and different, yet appealing to a wide variety of tastes. Everyone I served these to loved them. One thing I should note is that the mixture looks like sand when you press it into the pan, but will come together as it bakes, so don't worry. It's not too sweet and keeps well, so you can make it in advance.
We really liked these. They melt in your mouth! I didn't have any superfine sugar but I whirled some regular sugar in my food processor which did the trick. The flavor is very subtle but letting the cookie dissolve in your mouth lets you get the full effect. Thank you for the recipe Tech! I will add it to my collection.
Excellent recipe-I did not change a thing. This serves 6 with VERY generous servings so could most likely serve 12. I will definitely make again!!
Wonderful cookies. I cut into small squares after they had cooled for a bit. Taste great! A new annual!
This is delicious. I made it as described but opted for a 9 inch square pan. The result at full baking was both a little undercooked in the center and over crisped on the outside. Next time I'll go with a 10 inch pan and instead of sprinkling half the sugar over top I'll reduce that to 1/4 on top 3/4 inside. A nice shortbread with a wee tweak.
Ugh! What a disappointment! I LOVE shortbread and LOVE the spices the recipe calls for but this did not work! The shortbread itself was heavy and floury rather than light and melt-in-the-mouth. And I found the spices distracting rather than complimentary. Sorry just not my cup of tea.
I would love to make this again. It's really tasty and I like the middle ages part. Wouldn't it be good with wine? Could someome tell me how to make it less crumbly? I cooked it in a cast iron pan spread about 1" thick. Also is it supposed to bake to a graham cracker brown color? Thanks!
My new favorite for Christmas.
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