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Whipped Shortbread Cookies

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These whipped shortbread cookies are incredibly light, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Made with just a few simple ingredients, they’re a classic holiday favorite and perfect for gifting or enjoying with a warm drink.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • Sprinkles or maraschino cherries for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter for about 3 to 5 minutes until very light and fluffy.
  3. Add powdered sugar and beat until well incorporated and fluffy.
  4. Gradually add flour and cornstarch and beat until the dough comes together and is light and whipped in texture.
  5. Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to portion dough into small balls and place on prepared baking sheet.
  6. Flatten slightly with a fork or back of a spoon. Optionally, top with sprinkles or a piece of maraschino cherry.
  7. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the bottoms are just barely golden. Do not overbake.
  8. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Make sure your butter is very soft to achieve the light whipped texture.
  • Do not overbake—cookies should remain pale with slightly golden bottoms.
  • You can freeze the dough or the baked cookies for later.

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