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The Ultimate Easy Melt-in-Your-Mouth Whipped Shortbread Cookies Recipe

A mound of light, fluffy whipped shortbread cookies piped into star shapes, resting on a white plate.
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You can make irresistibly light and buttery whipped shortbread cookies using just a few simple ingredients. This method creates a texture that is perfectly soft yet crumbly, ensuring these cookies literally melt in your mouth. This is the best homemade shortbread recipe for easy holiday cookies.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter until it is light and creamy, about 2 minutes.
  3. Gradually add the powdered sugar to the butter, beating until the mixture is fluffy. This whipping step is key for the light texture.
  4. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and cornstarch.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip (or use a cookie press).
  8. Pipe small rosettes or desired shapes onto the prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are barely set and very light golden. They should remain pale.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a festive touch, press a sprinkle or a small candy into the center of each cookie before baking.
  • You can dip the cooled cookies halfway into melted semi-sweet chocolate for a richer flavor variation.
  • If you prefer a slightly crispier edge, bake for an additional minute or two, but watch closely to maintain the pale color.

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