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Whipped Shortbread Cookies Recipe

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Whipped Shortbread Cookies are delightfully light and tender buttery cookies with a delicate crumb, made by whipping butter and powdered sugar until fluffy, then combining with flour, cornstarch, and vanilla. They’re pressed into cookies, topped with colorful sprinkles, and baked at a low temperature until just set – perfect for holiday treats or anytime snacking.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping

  • Sprinkles, for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line cookie sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
  2. Whip Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together vigorously for at least 5 minutes until the mixture becomes very fluffy and aerated, providing the light texture for the cookies.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and vanilla extract to the whipped butter mixture, stirring gently just until incorporated, forming a soft dough.
  4. Form Cookie Balls: Dust your hands lightly with cornstarch to prevent sticking, then scoop portions of dough about 2 teaspoons to 1 tablespoon in size and roll into smooth balls.
  5. Shape and Decorate Cookies: Place the dough balls evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheets. Press down the top of each cookie gently with the tines of a fork dipped in cornstarch to prevent sticking. Add a few sprinkles on top of each cookie for a colorful finish.
  6. Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes, or until the tops look set but not browned, maintaining their tender texture.
  7. Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your delicate whipped shortbread cookies!

Notes

  • Make sure to thoroughly whip the butter and sugar to achieve the light and airy texture essential for whipped shortbread.
  • Dipping the fork in cornstarch before pressing keeps the dough from sticking and creates a nice decorative pattern.
  • Use unsalted butter to control the saltiness; adjust added salt if using salted butter.
  • Cookies are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature and consumed within a week for optimal freshness.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend that includes xanthan gum.

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