With the rising prevalence of diabetes, it's becoming increasingly important for individuals to make informed dietary choices and manage their blood sugar levels. Shortbread wedges, a classic Scottish treat, can be enjoyed by those with diabetes by using alternative ingredients and carefully managing portion sizes. In this article, we'll explore the art of creating diabetic-friendly shortbread wedges, providing a healthier twist to this beloved treat while maintaining its delectable flavor and texture.
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DIABETIC SHORTBREAD WEDGES
Diabetic Shortbread cookies. I have not tried these yet. The recipe is in response to a request for diabetic shortbread.
Provided by Steve P.
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine flour, Equal® for Recipes or Equal® Spoonful?
- ,cornstarch, and salt in medium bowl, cut in margarine with pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle vanilla and almond extracts over mixture and stir in; mix with hands briefly until dough begins to hold together.
- Pat dough evenly in bottom of greased 8-inch round cake pan.
- Lightly cut dough into 12 wedges with sharp knife, cutting about halfway through dough.
- Pierce each wedge 2 to 3 times with tines of fork; press almond into each wedge.
- Bake in preheated 325*F (160*C) oven until shortbread is lightly browned 25 to 30 minutes.
- Cool on wire rack; cut into wedges while warm.
DIABETIC SHORTBREAD
Make and share this Diabetic Shortbread recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Bluenoser
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 60 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cream butter with sugar in mixing bowl til soft and fluffy.
- Stir in rice flour and all purpose flour until blended.
- Roll on lightly floured board.
- Cut into 1 1/2" rounds.
- Place on ungreased cookie sheets.
- Prick with a fork (to form design if desired).
- Bake 325F 25 mins til golden.
BROWN SUGAR SHORTBREAD
If there's one cookie recipe to have in your back pocket, this is it. This shortbread is so easy and so good, and it only has five ingredients. You can make the dough into various shapes rolling and cutting it, but I prefer classic (and super-simple) rounds cut into wedges. Feel free to add different flavorings to the dough, like grated lemon zest or cinnamon (2 grams or 1 teaspoon), or dunk the finished cookies in 6 grams (2 tablespoons) melted chocolate.
Provided by Erin Jeanne McDowell
Categories dessert
Time 1h
Yield 16 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. If you want to make yourself a guide, use a 6-inch round cake pan or bowl to trace two circles onto the parchment, then turn the parchment over (so the ink won't touch the dough). Or just wing it.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or in a large bowl, using a hand mixer), cream the butter and brown sugar on medium-low speed until light and fluffy, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Add the vanilla and mix on low speed to combine. Scrape the bowl well. Add the flour and salt and mix on low speed just until incorporated, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Divide the dough into 2 equal portions (about 306 grams each) and shape into disks. Place one disk on one half of the prepared baking sheet and use your hands to flatten the dough into a 6-inch round. Repeat with the second disk, leaving 1/2 inch of space between the rounds. If using, brush a coat of egg wash onto the surface of each round.
- Use a sharp knife to score each round gently into 8 wedges--press down just enough to barely cut into the dough, to a depth of about 1/4 inch. Bake until the edges of the shortbread are just beginning to turn golden and the surface appears set, 12 to 14 minutes.
- Cool the shortbread completely on the baking sheet, then cut along the score lines into wedges.
GINGER SHORTBREAD WEDGES
Rich, buttery and lightly spiced with ginger, this shortbread couldn't be tastier. Plus, since it uses pantry staples, it makes a handy last-minute gift.
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter, sugar and ginger. Add flour; mix well (dough will be crumbly). Press dough into an ungreased 8-in. round baking pan. Using a fork, prick score lines to form eight wedges. Bake at 325 degrees F for 32-35 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Immediately cut into wedges along score marks. Cool in pan on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.6 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 82.1 mg, Sugar 8.4 g
SHORTBREAD WEDGES
These rich and crumbly cookies couldn't be any easier to bake.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees. In mixing bowl, cream butter. Add flour and sugar; mix just to combine (chill 10 minutes if too soft).
- Pat into an 8-inch round cake pan; crimping edge with a floured fork. Bake until firm and slightly browned, 30 to 35 minutes (drape with foil if browning too quickly). Immediately score into eight wedges; cool completely. Turn out of pan; slice with a serrated knife.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 g, Fat 12 g, Protein 2 g
GINGER SHORTBREAD WEDGES
Rich, buttery and lightly spiced with ginger, this shortbread couldn't be tastier. Plus, since it uses pantry staples, it makes a handy last-minute gift.
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter, sugar and ginger. Add flour; mix well (dough will be crumbly). Press dough into an ungreased 8-in. round baking pan. Using a fork, prick score lines to form eight wedges. Bake at 325 degrees F for 32-35 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Immediately cut into wedges along score marks. Cool in pan on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.6 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 82.1 mg, Sugar 8.4 g
TRADITIONAL SHORTBREAD WEDGES
While these tender-crisp, butter-rich cookies were once associated mainly with the holiday season, they are now a year-round favorite.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Yield Makes 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Sift together flour, sugar, and salt into a bowl. Place butter into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on medium-high speed until fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes, scraping down sides of bowl. Gradually add flour mixture; beat until pale and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees, with rack in upper third.
- Using plastic wrap, press dough into a buttered 10-inch fluted tart pan with a removable bottom. With plastic on dough, refrigerate 20 minutes. Remove plastic wrap. Cut dough into eight wedges with a paring knife. Using a wooden skewer, prick all over at 1/4-inch intervals.
- Bake until golden brown and firm in center, about 1 hour. Transfer pan to a wire rack. Recut shortbread into wedges; let cool completely in pan. Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 weeks.
Tips:
- Choose the right ingredients. Use almond flour and coconut flour instead of wheat flour for a low-carb option. If you can't find stevia, you can use another low-carb sweetener like erythritol or xylitol.
- Don't overwork the dough. Overworking the dough will make the cookies tough. Mix the ingredients until they just come together, then form the dough into a ball and chill it for at least 30 minutes.
- Bake the cookies at a low temperature. This will help prevent them from browning too much. Bake the cookies at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes, or until they are just starting to turn golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool completely before serving. This will help them firm up and develop their full flavor.
Conclusion:
These diabetic shortbread wedges are a delicious and healthy treat that can be enjoyed by people with diabetes and non-diabetics alike. They are low in carbs and sugar, and they are made with wholesome ingredients like almond flour, coconut flour, and stevia. These cookies are also easy to make, and they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
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