Any time a recipe is a bit unorthodox, whether it be ingredients or technique, I'm instantly intrigued and perhaps a little skeptical. Such was the case with this week's Tuesdays With Dorie recipe, Hungarian Shortbread. It didn't make sense - a shortbread that was: a) Hungarian [apparently because of the jam filling] , b) contained eggs and c) grated in to the pan? Say what?
I'd heard of recipes where cold pastry dough was grated in to a pie pan and pressed in to place, thereby eliminating the need for a rolling pin, but this was different. The recipe specifically said NOT to press the grated dough in to the pan..just spread it evenly. Ok, I played along, but I definitely had my reservations.
I'd heard of recipes where cold pastry dough was grated in to a pie pan and pressed in to place, thereby eliminating the need for a rolling pin, but this was different. The recipe specifically said NOT to press the grated dough in to the pan..just spread it evenly. Ok, I played along, but I definitely had my reservations.
True to its word, once in the oven the dough settled in to the pan like it was supposed to. Although the shortbread was tasty I wish it had been crispier, like the traditional cookie. Perhaps it was the inclusion of eggs that was the culprit since shortbread is normally just made with butter, sugar and flour? Maybe next time I'll leave it out.
You can find the actual recipe at 1smallkitchen and the not so exciting adventures of a dabbler.
You can find the actual recipe at 1smallkitchen and the not so exciting adventures of a dabbler.
I admit, I pressed mine down just a tiny bit. Couldn't help myself. :) Yours look wonderful!
ReplyDeleteI have to admit - I really loved the grating part :D Super cute pictures! Looks tasty :D
ReplyDeleteIt was a really different kind of shortbread, but we liked it. Yours looks very pretty!
ReplyDeleteI confess - I made mine in two tins and pressed the dough on the bottom of one of them. I just couldn't help myself.
ReplyDeleteLovely pictures/
I enjoyed the uniqueness of the cooking process.. as for the end result a bit too rich and buttery for every day baking!!
ReplyDeleteNice pictures!! I saw this on Tastespotting
ReplyDeleteLovely Shortbread :-)
ReplyDeleteLove love love that photo with the muffin cups! So cute!
ReplyDeleteVery cute pics. I'd love if you stop by and see my Hungarian Shortbread. Have a great day.
ReplyDeleteThe grating of the dough was my nieces' favourite part! I love shortbread cookies, but I think of this as more of a cousin than a sibling - it's a cousin that can come to our house any time.
ReplyDeleteI too wish it had been crispier, but your post is wonderful!
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