Buttery, smooth, and irresistibly crumbly, Scottish shortbread — called "shortbread" to reference its high fat content — is a decadent treat fitting for countless occasions beyond its frequent ...

Shortbread is a much-loved treat, especially in Scotland, where it’s a local favorite. But for people who are lactose ...

Butter is a key ingredient in many baked goods, but for those who are lactose intolerant, finding a good alternative can be a ...

In Physics of Fluids, researchers from the University of Strathclyde examine the properties of several dairy-free butter ...

These Scottish shortbread cookies are simple, delicious, and made with only three ingredients. Mildly sweet, they're filled with buttery flavor. Light and crunchy, serve alongside a cup of tea or ...

Scottish shortbread, one of the region’s most well-known desserts, served as the perfect testing ground to explore the effects of fat content in vegan butter alternatives. Credit: Avery Thompson/AIP ...

A new University of Strathclyde study finds that vegan butter with higher fat content bakes shortbread most like the original ...

Researchers examine the properties of several dairy-free butter alternatives inside one of the region's most well-known snacks: Scottish shortbread. The group tested the alternatives in their lab ...