Whipped Shortbread Cookies
Light and buttery whipped shortbread cookies that melt in your mouth, perfect for any occasion or a simple sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer until creamy and light.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then continue beating until the mixture is fluffy.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing on low speed until just combined into a soft dough.
- Shape the dough into a log, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Slice the dough into 1/4-inch thick cookies and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
For a festive touch, sprinkle cookies with colored sugar before baking or dip half of each cookie in melted chocolate once cooled.
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