Pin Tender, buttery shortbread wedges studded with dried cherries and flavored with almond, ready in under an hour — no chilling required.
I love making these shortbread wedges for guests because they always disappear fast & are perfect with tea or coffee.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour, ½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar, ¼ tsp salt
- Wet Ingredients: 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter softened, 1 tsp pure almond extract, ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Add-ins & Toppings: ⅔ cup (90 g) dried cherries roughly chopped, ⅓ cup (30 g) sliced almonds
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan or line with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
- Step 3:
- Add softened butter, almond extract, and vanilla extract. Mix with a wooden spoon or hand mixer until a soft dough forms.
- Step 4:
- Fold in chopped dried cherries and half of the sliced almonds.
- Step 5:
- Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the remaining sliced almonds on top and gently press them into the dough.
- Step 6:
- Using a sharp knife, score the dough into 8 wedges (do not cut all the way through).
- Step 7:
- Bake for 23–28 minutes, or until lightly golden at the edges.
- Step 8:
- Remove from oven and cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Recut along the scored lines, then let cool completely before removing from the pan.
Pin My family especially enjoys these during holiday gatherings as a sweet homemade treat.
Required Tools
9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan, Mixing bowls, Wooden spoon or hand mixer, Sharp knife, Measuring cups and spoons
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (butter), Tree nuts (almonds), Wheat (flour). Check dried cherries for possible sulfite preservatives and cross-contamination if allergic.
Nutritional Information
Calories 320, Total Fat 19 g, Carbohydrates 36 g, Protein 3 g per serving.
Pin Enjoy these shortbread wedges fresh or store in an airtight container for up to a week for the best flavor.
Recipe Q&A
- → Can dried cranberries be used instead of dried cherries?
Yes, dried cranberries make a great substitute, offering a tart sweetness that complements the almond flavor well.
- → Is chilling the dough necessary before baking?
No chilling is required; the dough can be pressed directly into the pan and baked immediately for a tender texture.
- → How can I ensure the wedges are crispier?
Bake the wedges for 2–3 minutes longer than directed to achieve a crisper edge without overbaking.
- → What is the best way to cut the wedges before baking?
Score the dough into 8 wedges with a sharp knife without cutting all the way through to separate after baking easily.
- → What beverages pair well with these shortbread wedges?
They pair nicely with Moscato dAsti, Amaretto, tea, or coffee, enhancing the sweet and nutty notes.