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Whipped Shortbread Cookies

Whipped Shortbread Cookies

Delight in the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of Whipped Shortbread Cookies, perfect for any holiday gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar adds sweetness
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour perfect crumbly base
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch key for tender bite
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds warm flavor
For Optional Toppings
  • as desired icing for extra sweetness
  • as desired sprinkles for added color

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking Sheets

Method
 

How to Make Whipped Shortbread Cookies
  1. Cream the butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Sift together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch, then incorporate slowly into the creamed mixture.
  3. Add the vanilla extract and stir gently until fully integrated.
  4. Scoop out dough onto lined baking sheets, leaving space between each dollop.
  5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden.
  6. Cool cookies on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. Decorate cookies with icing or sprinkles if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Dust with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant finish.

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