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Lovely Pink Grapefruit

Lovely Pink Grapefruit Vegan Shortbread Cookies to Savor

Delicious batch of Lovely Pink Grapefruit cookies, a unique fusion of citrus and thyme, perfect for any cozy occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 16 cookies
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 240 g Unbleached All-Purpose Flour You can use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 100 g Icing Sugar Adds sweetness and tenderness.
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Enhances flavors.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Grapefruit Zest Infuses bright, citrus flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme Adds aromatic herbal note.
  • 240 g Cold Unsalted Vegan Butter Opt for plant-based butter.
For the Icing
  • 200 g Powdered Sugar Ideal for icing.
  • 60 g Fresh Grapefruit Juice Adds a citrus kick.
  • Food Gel Coloring Optional for visual appeal.
For Garnishing
  • Fresh Thyme or Pearl Sugar Stylish decorative touch.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • food processor
  • 9-inch Fluted Tart Pan
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

How to Make
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. In a food processor, combine the unbleached all-purpose flour, icing sugar, salt, fresh grapefruit zest, and thyme. Pulse until well mixed.
  3. Add the cold, cubed vegan butter to the mixture and process until the dough resembles a rough, crumbly texture.
  4. Press the dough evenly into a 9-inch fluted tart pan, smoothing the top.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes until lightly golden.
  6. Slice the shortbread into 16 pieces while warm and cool completely in the pan.
  7. Whisk the fresh grapefruit juice into the powdered sugar until desired consistency is reached.
  8. Dip the tops of each cookie into the icing and garnish with fresh thyme or pearl sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 15mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 6gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks; freeze for longer storage.

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