Tangy Surprise Shortbread Recipe

Name: Tangy Surprise Shortbread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Shortbread; 1 -2 orange, juice and zest of (1/4 cup juice, 1 tablespoon zest); 1 tablespoon Cointreau liqueur or 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier; 1/4 cup dried apricot, diced; 1/4 cup dried sweetened cranberries; 1 cup butter, melted (no substitutions); 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed; 1/2 cup powdered sugar; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup cake flour; 1/2 cup white chocolate chips; Optional Glaze; 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted; 1 teaspoon orange zest; 1 tablespoon Cointreau liqueur or 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier; 2 -3 tablespoons orange juice, fresh squeezed

Servings: persons

Shortbread
1 -2 orange, juice and zest of (1/4 cup juice, 1 tablespoon zest)
1 tablespoon Cointreau liqueur or 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier
1/4 cup dried apricot, diced
1/4 cup dried sweetened cranberries
1 cup butter, melted (no substitutions)
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cake flour
1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Optional Glaze
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
1 teaspoon orange zest
1 tablespoon Cointreau liqueur or 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier
2 -3 tablespoons orange juice, fresh squeezed

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["Shortbread:", "Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.", "In a small bowl or cup stir together diced dried apricots, dried cranberries, cointreau and 1/4 cup fresh squeezed orange juice. Let sit for 15 minutes or more.", "Melt butter in microwave.", "In a large mixing bowl combine melted butter and 1 tablespoon of orange zest. With an electric mixer on medium speed beat in brown sugar,powdered sugar and vanilla.", "On low speed beat in flours 1/2 cup at a time, scraping the sides down after each addition until mixture resembles soft crumbs.", "Drain dried fruits and reserve liquid for glaze if desired.", "Stir dried fruits and white chocolate chips into the shortbread dough.", "Press dough evenly into an ungreased 15x10 cookie sheet with 1/2"" sides. Prick the top all over with a fork.", "Place on the middle rack in preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes until firm to the touch and very lightly browned around the edges.", "Let cool 5 minutes. Cut into 48 squares with a sharp knife while it's still warm.", "Optional Glaze:", "In a small bowl stir together sifted powdered sugar, orange zest, cointreau and fresh squeezed orange juice until a thick pourable consistency is reached.", "Pour glaze over cooled cut shortbread still in the pan and spread in a thin even layer with a spatula. Let glaze harden.", "Lift out squares with a butter knife inserted under the edge of them."]

1176

kcal

Calories

Fat

167

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Shortbread, 1 -2 orange, juice and zest of (1/4 cup juice, 1 tablespoon zest), 1 tablespoon Cointreau liqueur or 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier, 1/4 cup dried apricot, diced, and more.

Yes, Tangy Surprise Shortbread falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tangy Surprise Shortbread

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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