Short Nin Bread Recipe

Name: Short Nin Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: Butter; Brown Sugar; 3 cups all-purpose flour

Indulge in the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of classic Southern Shortnin' Bread! This simple recipe, passed down through generations, is surprisingly easy to make and delivers a buttery, flaky texture that will leave you wanting more. My grandfather used to sing, "Mix up the flour, then you'll be fed. Mama's little baby loves shortnin' bread." Now you can experience this beloved family tradition. Perfect for teatime, holidays, or any occasion where a touch of Southern charm is needed.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 123 kcal

Protein 2g

Rating 3.6 (9 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Short Nin Bread

Butter
Brown Sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour

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How to Make Short Nin Bread

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. You can use an electric mixer for this step.
Add the salt and vanilla extract (if using) to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix well.
Gradually add the flour to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Stir in the milk until the dough is smooth and comes together.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the center is set.
Let the shortnin' bread cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Enjoy!