Poppy Seed Shortbread Petticoat Tails

Jul 25, 2025
by Ada Carter
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PREP TIME

15 mins
COOK TIME

30 mins
TOTAL TIME

55 mins
SERVING

8 People
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Elevate your tea time with these delicate, crumbly shortbread petticoat tails, infused with the subtle nuttiness of poppy seeds. Baked to golden perfection, these melt-in-your-mouth treats are as delightful to look at as they are to eat. Perfect for a sophisticated snack or a charming addition to any dessert platter.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

0.5 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened

1/3 cup confectioners' sugar, plus more for dusting

0.5 teaspoon almond extract

1 cup all-purpose flour

0.5 teaspoon poppy seeds

Cooking spray

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

17 g
Cholesterol

31 mg
Fiber

0 g
Protein

2 g
Saturated Fat

7 g
Sodium

82 mg
Sugar

5 g
Fat

12 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). (5 minutes)

02

Step

In a large bowl, cream the softened butter using a silicone spatula until smooth and light. (3 minutes)

03

Step

Add the confectioners' sugar and mix until well combined, creating a smooth, creamy mixture. (2 minutes)

04

Step

Stir in the almond extract until evenly distributed. (1 minute)

05

Step

Gradually work in the all-purpose flour and poppy seeds until a smooth dough forms. Turn the dough onto a clean, unfloured surface and knead gently until it comes together. (5 minutes)

06

Step

Lightly spray a shortbread mold with cooking spray. Press the dough evenly into the mold, working from the center outwards to ensure all details are filled. Prick the surface of the dough evenly with a fork to prevent it from puffing up during baking. (5 minutes)

07

Step

Bake in the preheated oven until the shortbread is lightly golden brown across the entire surface. (30-35 minutes)

08

Step

Allow the shortbread to cool in the mold for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wooden cutting board. (10 minutes)

09

Step

While still warm, use a sharp knife to carefully cut the shortbread into serving pieces following the mold's design. Dust with extra confectioners' sugar before serving, if desired. (5 minutes)

For best results, ensure your butter is properly softened but not melted. This helps create the perfect crumbly texture.
If you don't have a shortbread mold, you can shape the dough into a round and score it into wedges before baking.
Store cooled shortbread in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain its crispness.

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