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Chill the DOUGH before it goes anywhere near heat. Skip that step and the butter melts before the flour has set, and the whole BATCH spreads out flat and sad across the tray. Everyone learns this once. SHORTBREAD, MACAROON, and GINGERBREAD are all in the grid.
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Frequently asked questions
What makes shortbread different from an ordinary cookie?
It is mostly butter and holds no leavening at all, which is why it stays dense and crumbles rather than snapping.
Why is CRUMB on the list?
Bakers use the word for the texture inside, not the mess on the plate, and it is the thing they are actually trying to control.
