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Dutch Shortbread


   
So quick and easy to do you will make these again and again - as you can see this recipe has been in the family so long it isn't even in metrics. 


Dutch Shortbread



  • 4 ozs butter
  • 3 oz sugar  
  • 6 oz flour 
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt 
  • 1 Weetbix  crumbled up or you can use crushed cornflakes or any crunchy cereal  
Method
  • Melt butter
  • Add to dry ingredients
  • Place teaspoon lots on cold baking sheet or press into a shortbread pan
  • Bake in slow oven - I put it in around 140 Degrees - depending on your oven.
  • That's it !  Easy isn't it ?


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