shortbread
noun
short·bread
ˈshȯrt-ˌbred 
: a thick cookie made of flour, sugar, and a large amount of shortening
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The muffin itself is super buttery and fluffy, while the crumble topping tastes like my grandma’s shortbread cookies.
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Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 July 2024
The candy includes espresso shortbread, nougat made with Frothy's coffee concentrate and ganache made from the same sauce used in the Havana Latte.
—Adam Tamburin, Axios, 23 July 2024
Dry the buds or stems for floral displays or sachets, or use them in lemonade, blueberry hand pies, or shortbread.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 15 July 2024
Williams-Sonoma has a countdown calendar inspired by the show, complete with shortbread, jam, and tea bags.
—Blake Bakkila, Sunset Magazine, 9 July 2024
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Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 July 2024
The candy includes espresso shortbread, nougat made with Frothy's coffee concentrate and ganache made from the same sauce used in the Havana Latte.
—Adam Tamburin, Axios, 23 July 2024
Dry the buds or stems for floral displays or sachets, or use them in lemonade, blueberry hand pies, or shortbread.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 15 July 2024
Williams-Sonoma has a countdown calendar inspired by the show, complete with shortbread, jam, and tea bags.
—Blake Bakkila, Sunset Magazine, 9 July 2024
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shortbread
noun
short·bread
ˈshȯrt-ˌbred
: a cookie made of flour, sugar, and lots of shortening
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