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Whipped Shortbread Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Amina
  • Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 36 cookies
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Whipped Shortbread Cookies are light, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth treats made with a perfect balance of butter, confectioners’ sugar, and a tender blend of flour and cornstarch. Enhanced with vanilla extract and festive sprinkles, these cookies are chilled to firm up before baking, resulting in a delicate texture and delightful bite. Ideal for gatherings or a sweet snack, these cookies are easy to prepare with simple ingredients and straightforward steps.

Ingredients

Cookie Dough

  • 1 and ½ Cups Butter (at Room Temperature, salted)
  • ¾ Cup Confectioners’ Sugar
  • 2 and ¼ Cups All Purpose Flour
  • ¾ Cup Cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract (or Lemon extract or Orange extract)
  • ¼ Cup Sprinkles (of choice) (e.g., non-pareils)

Instructions

  1. Beat Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, using a stand mixer, beat the room temperature butter and confectioners’ sugar for 4-5 minutes on medium-high speed until light and fluffy. This is essential for creating a light texture. Add the vanilla or your preferred extract during this step and mix briefly to incorporate.
  2. Add Dry Ingredients: Switch the mixer to low speed and gradually add the sifted all-purpose flour and cornstarch into the butter mixture. Beat just until combined and no streaks of flour are visible, avoiding overmixing.
  3. Shape Dough Balls: Scoop and roll the dough into 36 equal-sized balls. If the dough feels too soft or sticky, cover it and place it in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to firm up, which makes rolling easier and prevents sticking.
  4. Prepare on Tray: Place the dough balls on a lined baking tray or a large plate dusted lightly with flour, to prevent sticking. Press the tops gently with a fork dipped in cornstarch or flour, then sprinkle with your choice of sprinkles to decorate.
  5. Chill the Dough Balls: Refrigerate the dough balls for about 2 hours until they are very firm to the touch. To accelerate this process, you may chill them in the freezer until firm.
  6. Preheat Oven: While chilling the dough, preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Bake the cookies in batches, typically 12 at a time.
  7. Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies for 19-20 minutes or until the tops look set and the cookies are firm but not browned.
  8. Cool Down: Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking tray before removing or serving to maintain their delicate texture.

Notes

  • Beating the butter and sugar adequately is crucial for the light texture of these cookies.
  • If the dough is too soft to work with, chilling it is necessary to avoid sticky hands and misshapen cookies.
  • Chilling the dough balls before baking results in better texture and shape retention during baking.
  • Using different extracts like lemon or orange can add a unique flavor twist.
  • Sprinkles are optional but add a fun decorative touch and slight crunch.
  • Baking at a lower temperature (300°F) helps achieve a tender, crumbly texture without browning.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://aminabakes.com/whipped-shortbread-cookies-recipe/