Nutty Shortbread

The warm, gooey nut mixture that tops this shortbread is also fantastic over ice cream.


Nutty Shortbread

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Servings: 16 servings
Prep Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Related Categories: Shortbread Cookies

 
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Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons
    butter
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  • 1/4 cup
    packed brown sugar
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  • 2 tablespoons
    light-colored corn syrup
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  • 3/4 cup
    lightly salted mixed nuts
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  • 1/4 teaspoon
    smoked chipotle powder or smoked paprika (optional)
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  • 1/2 teaspoon
    vanilla
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  • 8 2-3/4x1-inch
    purchased shortbread cookies, cut in half crosswise
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Directions
1.
In a heavy small saucepan combine butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup. Bring to boiling over medium heat. Remove from heat. Stir in mixed nuts, chipotle powder, and vanilla; set aside to cool 15 minutes.
2.
Spoon warm nut mixture on top of cookies. Let stand at least 15 minutes before serving. Makes 16 servings.

Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 118, Total Fat 7 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Monounsaturated Fat 2 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Sodium 68 mg, Carbohydrate 12 g, Total Sugar 6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g. Daily Values: Vitamin C 0%, Calcium 1%, Iron 2%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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