Whipped shortbread cookies are a melt-in-your-mouth treat that crumbles delicately with every bite. Here’s a simple recipe to make these delicious and buttery cookies:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Maraschino cherries or chocolate chips for decoration (optional)
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2: Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. This may take a few minutes.
Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
Step 4: Add Vanilla Extract:
- Stir in the vanilla extract until the dough is smooth.