Cubeb Pepper Shortbread

This recipe originally from: https://www.craftginclub.co.uk/ginnedmagazine/2016/10/24/botanicals-guide-cubeb-pepper-a-spiced-shortbread

CUBEB PEPPER SHORTBREAD

4 tbsp of cubeb peppercorns, finely ground

225g/8oz plain flour

Pinch of salt

55g/2oz caster sugar

170g/6oz butter

Method:

1.    Sift flour into a large bowl and stir in the salt, sugar and ground cubeb pepper. Add the butter and rub into the flour, kneading until smooth. 

2.    Pre-heat the oven to 150C. Roll the dough out on a floured surface to around 7-8mm thick.

Cut into desired shape (fingers, triangles or circles work well, but you can get creative!).

3.    Place the shortbreads on a baking tray covered with baking parchment. Bake for about 30 minutes until golden.

4.    Sprinkle with sugar and ground cubeb peppercorns to taste. Allow to cool before eating.

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