Shortbread Collection

Advert statement, butter rationing, Crawford's Shortbread
Advertisement and statement on butter rationing from Crawford's Shortbread. Explaining that the best table butter must be kept for the family larder

Sweet basket and picture of girl, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
730631 Sweet basket and picture of girl, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sweet basket and picture of girl)

Strawberries and Cream, 1879 (oil on canvas)
3108886 Strawberries and Cream, 1879 (oil on canvas) by Francis, John F. (1808-86); 64x76 cm; Shelburne Museum, Vermont, USA; (add.info)

The Rat Plague in the Country (engraving)
1047052 The Rat Plague in the Country (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rat Plague in the Country)

British Baking Exhibition Caxton Hall 23rd March 1961 Left to Right Mr W Millar from Kilmarnock and Mr J McMillan from Paisley seen here judging the shortbread in the Scottish section of the British

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Home made shortbread type biscuits, sandwiched with vanila buttercream, served in little white pots credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Stack of piped cookies credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Caramel pecan cookies credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Stack of traditional Scottish shortbread credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Soft cookies with berries and nuts on blue and white striped napkin with mug of cappucino credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Four biscuits

Sables being sprinkled with sugar, close up

Red tartan scarf, Scottish shortbread triangles, front view

Sables mixture being piped from pastry bag onto baking tray, close up

Shortbread biscuits served with cup of black coffee, close up

A selection of plain and chocolate shortbread biscuits

Chocolate dipped Butter Biscuits, formed into stick, scroll and ring, partial coating of shiny plain chocolate, above view

Traditionally Scottish shortbread biscuits, sprinkled with sugar, served on a plate, close-up

Two elliptical biscuits imprinted with smiling man illustration, close up

Raw shortbread biscuits being laid on baking tray, high angle view

Biscuit wedges

A selection of four different kinds of biscuits

Parmesan shortbreads with beetroot pesto on a serving dish

Shortbread biscuits and Dundee cake made from dried fruit and spices and topped with almonds, view from above

Chocolate sables biscuits served with chocolate mousse, side view

Assorted fortune cookies and a bowl of short bread

Pair of hands rubbing fat and flour together in a glass bowl, close up

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MODEL RELEASED. Teenage female student eating sugary snacks and energy drinks while studying using a laptop computer. Processed foods that are high in sugars provide a temporary energy boost

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Indulge in the buttery goodness of shortbread, a timeless treat that has delighted taste buds for generations. With its rich history and delectable flavor, shortbread is truly a classic indulgence. During times of rationing, when butter was scarce, Crawford's Shortbread emerged as a savior with their melt-in-your-mouth creations. Their commitment to quality and tradition made them the go-to choice for those seeking a taste of luxury even during challenging times. Imagine receiving a sweet basket filled with delicate shortbread cookies - it's like opening a Christmas card brought to life. The picture-perfect scene captures the joy on a girl's face as she savors each crumb of this delightful delicacy. In 1879, an oil painting titled "Strawberries and Cream" immortalized the perfect pairing of fresh berries and velvety shortbread. This masterpiece celebrates the harmonious blend of flavors that have stood the test of time. However, not all moments in history were as idyllic. An engraving depicting "The Rat Plague in the Country" serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos, shortbread remained an irresistible temptation for all who sought comfort in its familiar taste. Fast forward to 1961 at Caxton Hall where Mr. W Millar showcased his baking prowess at the British Baking Exhibition. His skillful hands crafted mouthwatering treats including perfectly baked shortbread that left visitors craving more. Even catalogues from yesteryears featured advertisements highlighting essential tools needed to create these heavenly delights. A page from an ironmongery catalogue circa 1895 showcases how every baker required reliable equipment to bring their shortbread dreams to life. Today, we can still enjoy stacks upon stacks of piped cookies or caramel pecan cookies thanks to talented bakers like Marie-Louise Avery from The Picture Kitchen. Her culinary artistry brings out the best in these beloved treats, making them irresistible to anyone with a sweet tooth.