Elderflower Lemon Shortbread Squares

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar, plus extra for dusting
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons elderflower cordial
  • Pinch of fine sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment, leaving an overhang.
  2. Cream Butter & Sugar: In a bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (3–4 minutes).
  3. Add Flavor: Mix in the lemon zest, elderflower cordial, and salt until just combined.
  4. Add Flour: Gradually fold in the flour until a soft dough forms. Press evenly into the prepared pan.
  5. Bake: Bake 25–30 minutes, until edges are lightly golden. Let cool in the pan.
  6. Slice & Serve: Lift shortbread from pan using parchment overhang. Dust with powdered sugar, then cut into 16 squares. Serve alongside your favorite tea in these charming cups.

May these Elderflower Lemon Shortbread Squares and your new POTOCIO tea set bring you moments of elegance and delight—just as they do in my cozy kitchen. Enjoy!

—Mom Mom (Grandma Helen)