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Lovely Pink Grapefruit and Thyme Vegan Shortbread

Lovely Pink Grapefruit and Thyme Vegan Shortbread Bliss

Delight in these Lovely Pink Grapefruit and Thyme Vegan Shortbread cookies that combine vibrant citrus and earthy thyme for a unique treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 16 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour Use gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1/2 cup icing sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated grapefruit zest Finely grate for maximum flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme Can substitute with dried thyme (reduce quantity).
  • 1 cup vegan butter (cold, cubed) Use high-quality for best results.
Icing
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed grapefruit juice Lemon juice can be a substitute.
  • 1 cup food gel coloring Optional for aesthetic.
Garnish
  • to taste fresh thyme or pearl sugar For decoration.

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • 9-inch fluted tart pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Gather all your ingredients and equipment.
  2. In your food processor, pulse together the flour, icing sugar, salt, grapefruit zest, and thyme until well blended.
  3. Add the cold, cubed vegan butter to the dry mixture. Blend until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Transfer the dough into your tart pan and press evenly into the bottom and sides to form the shape.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the edges are golden and the center is set.
  6. After baking, let it cool for about 10 minutes and then cut into 16 equal pieces while still warm.
  7. Allow the cookies to cool completely in the pan for 20-30 minutes before removing.
  8. Whisk grapefruit juice into the sifted icing sugar until desired consistency is reached.
  9. Dip the cooled cookies into the icing and place on a wire rack to dry completely.
  10. Sprinkle fresh thyme or pearl sugar on top and let sit for a few minutes before serving or gifting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 40mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 6gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Freeze for up to 6 months and thaw at room temperature before icing.

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