3 Must-Try Shortbread Cookies You'll Fall in Love with
The holidays are a time for gathering, sharing, and indulging in the best flavors the season has to offer. This year, why not treat yourself and your loved ones to a trio of unique shortbread cookies from Mount Virginia? These shortbread are the perfect addition to your festive spread, pairing beautifully with a warm drink or even on their own. Let’s explore the three standout cookies that will take your snacking game to the next level!
1. Rosemary Shortbread: Classic shortbread with a twist!
Picture this: a classic shortbread cookie infused with the earthy, aromatic essence of rosemary. Sounds intriguing, right? Well, our Rosemary Shortbread is here to surprise your palate and make you rethink everything you thought you knew about cookies. The subtle hint of rosemary adds a sophisticated twist to the traditional shortbread, making it a perfect companion for your afternoon tea or coffee break. (We serve them as a welcome snack to guests checking in for a retreat on the farm with a cool glass of lemonade.) It's a refreshing break from overly sweet treats.
Perfect Pairing: A steaming cup of chamomile tea or cool glass of lemonade.
2. Red Pepper Shortbread: Heating things up!
Are you a fan of sweet and spicy flavor combinations? Then our Red Pepper Shortbread is the cookie for you! This unconventional treat combines the richness of buttery shortbread with a subtle kick of red pepper, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that will keep you coming back for more. At the front, it's the most classic shortbread flavor, and at the back it's the warming heat from the red pepper that stays with you like a good whiskey. It is a perfect companion for wine and charcuterie boards, or enjoy it as a bold snack on cozy winter evenings. Rated 3 out of 10 for overall spice level.
Perfect Pairing: A glass of red wine or hot chocolate for a sweet-and-spicy contrast.
3. Lavender Shortbread: Calming and Indulgent
Who knew that floral notes could elevate a humble shortbread cookie to a whole new level of fancy? Lavender Shortbread does just that! With its delicate lavender flavor and buttery richness, this cookie is like a breath of fresh air in the world of sweets. It's the perfect choice for those who want to indulge in something unique and utterly delightful. Its flavor profile is both calming and indulgent; ideal for winding down after a busy holiday day, it’s the ultimate indulgence for a moment of zen.
Perfect Pairing: Earl Grey tea or a frothy latte.
How did we come up with these ideas for Shortbread Cookies?
Mount Virginia is a farm and retreat center on a forest restoration site in Longbranch, WA. We take inspire from nature to make delicious baked goods perfect for sharing with family and friends. That's how you get cookies that are equal parts unique and delicious. We bake and sell them by the baker's dozen in resealable, post consumer recycled pouches so they keep well and stay fresh, making them perfect for gifting - or savoring all to yourself!
Bring Joy to Your Holidays
Whether you’re hosting friends, searching for the perfect gift, or simply looking to treat yourself, Mount Virginia Shortbread Cookies bring comfort, flavor, and a touch of magic to the table. Elevate your holiday snacking with Mount Virginia Shortbread Cookies.
Which flavor will you try first?
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P.S. If you're having trouble deciding which flavor to try...
For most people, we recommend starting with the Rosemary Shortbread. It's unexpected, we know, but it's our most popular.
If you know you like lavender, you'll like the Lavender Shortbread. It does not disappoint if that floral flavor pleases your palate.
And lastly, if you love chocolate with jalapeños or any other sweet and spicy sauces, the Red Pepper Shortbread is worth a try. Most people find it just right or even more mild than they were expecting. "It's not enough to make you sweat or your nose run, it's just a tingle of heat in your mouth."