Delightful Citrus

Shortbread Cookies
Indulge in the bright, tangy flavors of citrus with these delectable shortbread
cookies. Perfectly crumbly and buttery, they offer a delightful twist on a classic
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Zesty Lemon Shortbread
Lemon Twist
Brighten up your shortbread
with the fresh, tangy flavor of
lemon zest. The citrus notes pair
beautifully with the rich, buttery
dough.
Shortbread Texture
Achieve the perfect crumbly,
melt-in-your-mouth texture by
chilling the dough and baking
the cookies to a light golden
brown.
Decorative Touches
Finish the cookies with a light
dusting of powdered sugar or a
drizzle of lemon glaze for an
extra touch of sweetness.
Orange Blossom Shortbread

1 Aromatic Orange 2 Subtle Sweetness 3 Decorative Flourishes

Blossom
Infuse your shortbread
with the delicate, floral
notes of orange blossom
water for a unique and
captivating flavor profile.
The natural sweetness of
the orange blossom pairs
perfectly with the rich,
buttery shortbread dough.
Garnish the cookies with
candied orange peel or a
light dusting of powdered
sugar for a visually
stunning presentation.
Lime-Infused Shortbread
Bright Lime Flavor Vibrant Green Hue
The tangy and refreshing notes of lime zest and Incorporating lime juice into the dough can
juice add a delightful twist to the classic create a lovely, natural green color for your
shortbread recipe. cookies.

Decorative Lime Slices Pair with Tea

Garnish the shortbread with thin slices of fresh The bright, citrusy flavor of lime-infused
lime for a visually striking and appetizing shortbread pairs beautifully with a hot cup of
presentation. tea for a refreshing and indulgent treat.
Grapefruit Shortbread
Juicy Grapefruit
1 Incorporate the tangy, slightly bitter flavor of grapefruit into your shortbread for a
unique and unexpected twist.

Vibrant Pink Hue

2 The natural pigments in grapefruit can lend a beautiful, vivid pink color to your
shortbread dough.

Grapefruit Glaze
3 Finish the cookies with a sweet and tangy grapefruit glaze for an extra burst of
citrus flavor.
Citrus Medley Shortbread

Lemon Orange Lime Grapefruit

Bright, tangy lemon Sweet and aromatic Tart and refreshing lime The slightly bitter,
adds a refreshing zing to orange zest infuses the cookies with complex flavor of
the buttery shortbread. complements the rich, a vibrant, citrusy note. grapefruit adds a unique
crumbly texture. twist.
Citrus Shortbread Tarts
Lemon Tart Bright, tangy lemon curd nestled in a buttery
shortbread shell.

Orange Blossom Tart Delicate orange blossom-infused cream atop a

delicate shortbread base.

Lime Meringue Tart Tart lime filling crowned with a sweet, fluffy
meringue topping.

Grapefruit Glazed Tart Rich, creamy grapefruit custard in a shortbread

crust, finished with a grapefruit glaze.
Citrus Shortbread Gifts
1 Festive Gift Boxes
Beautifully package the citrus shortbread cookies in elegant gift boxes for a
thoughtful and delicious present.

2 Assorted Flavor Tins

Create an assortment of flavors, like lemon, orange, and lime, in reusable metal
tins for a versatile gift.

3 Seasonal Displays
Showcase the citrus shortbread in seasonal displays, such as holiday-themed
platters or Easter baskets, for a visually appealing presentation.