Desserts

Whipped Shortbread Cookies

Whipped Shortbread Cookies are melt-in-your-mouth holiday treats with a light, buttery texture.

   

Perfect for festive trays or gifting, these are easy to make and even easier to love.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ tsp table salt
  • ¾ cup (90g) powdered sugar
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp (17g) cornstarch
  • Nonpareils, jimmies, or colored sanding sugar (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Beat butter in a stand mixer on medium-high for 5 minutes until light and fluffy.

Step 3: Mix in vanilla, salt, and powdered sugar until creamy, about 2 minutes.

Step 4: Whisk flour and cornstarch in a bowl. Gradually mix into butter mixture on low speed until just combined.

Step 5: Roll 1-tbsp dough into balls. Place on the sheet, flatten slightly with a fork dipped in powdered sugar, and decorate if desired.

Step 6: Bake for 12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely before storing.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?

Yes, but reduce the table salt to ½ tsp.

2. How do I store these cookies?

Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

3. Can I freeze the dough?

Yes, freeze dough balls for up to 3 months. Thaw before baking.

4. What decorations work best?

Nonpareils, jimmies, and sanding sugar work wonderfully and stick well.

5. Can I double the recipe?

Absolutely! Simply double all the ingredients, keeping the proportions consistent.

Whipped Shortbread Cookies

Whipped Shortbread Cookies are melt-in-your-mouth holiday treats with a light, buttery texture. Perfect for festive trays or gifting, these are easy to make and even easier to love.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 226g
  • ¾ tsp table salt
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar 90g
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour 250g
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch 17g
  • Nonpareils jimmies, or colored sanding sugar optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Beat butter in a stand mixer on medium-high for 5 minutes until light and fluffy.
  • Mix in vanilla, salt, and powdered sugar until creamy, about 2 minutes.
  • Whisk flour and cornstarch in a bowl. Gradually mix into butter mixture on low speed until just combined.
  • Roll 1-tbsp dough into balls. Place on the sheet, flatten slightly with a fork dipped in powdered sugar, and decorate if desired.
  • Bake for 12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely before storing.

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