Whipped Shortbread Cookies
Buttery whipped shortbread cookies with a light, airy texture made from simple ingredients. A classic Christmas cookie perfect for holiday cookie trays.
Servings: 36 cookies
Calories: 117kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1½ cups unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- ¾ cup powdered sugar confectioners’ sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract or 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup cornstarch
- Sprinkles optional
Instructions
- Add the softened butter to a large mixing bowl.
- Add the powdered sugar and beat using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or a hand mixer.
- Beat for 3 to 4 minutes, scraping down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed, until very light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract (or almond extract) and mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch.
- With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture.
- Mix just until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
- Use a small (#40) cookie scoop to portion the dough. Roll gently into balls and place on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
- Lightly press each dough ball with a floured fork to flatten slightly. Add sprinkles to the top of each cookie, if using.
- Refrigerate the shaped cookies for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- Preheat the oven to 300°F.
- Bake for 19 to 20 minutes, until the cookies are set and the bottom edges are lightly firm but not browned.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- A small (#40) cookie scoop keeps cookies evenly sized and helps them bake evenly.
- Fully softened butter is key to the airy texture.
- Chilling the dough helps the cookies hold their shape.
- Store baked cookies in an airtight container.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 11mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 236IU | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.4mg
