Cathy's Whipped Shortbread Cookies
Delicately crisp and melt-in-your-mouth tender, Cathy’s Whipped Shortbread Cookies are a holiday favorite you’ll want to enjoy year-round. Made with simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and a touch of pure vanilla extract, these cookies are whipped to perfection for an irresistible light and airy texture. A hint of cornstarch ensures they stay delightfully soft, while optional sprinkles or candied cherries add a festive touch. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time and baked to perfection in 12 minutes, these effortless shortbread cookies are the ultimate treat for tea time, holiday cookie swaps, or everyday indulgence. Perfectly buttery with a subtle sweetness, they’ll quickly become a beloved staple in your baking repertoire.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar (confectioners' sugar)
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Sprinkles or candied cherries (optional for decoration)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Add the powdered sugar and continue beating until the mixture is very creamy and well-combined, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 4
Mix in the vanilla extract.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch.
Step 6
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, beating on low speed until incorporated. Increase to medium speed and beat the dough for an additional 2-3 minutes until it is fluffy and light.
Step 7
Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 8
Optionally, gently press down on each cookie with a fork or your fingers, and decorate with sprinkles or a piece of candied cherry if desired.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just set and the cookies appear pale (do not overbake).
Step 10
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 11
Serve and enjoy these delightful whipped shortbread cookies with a cup of tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (559.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2969.2 |
| Total Fat 205.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 127.7g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 516.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 68.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 266.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 110.6g | |
| Protein 20.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 75.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 252.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories