Description
Celebrate the festive season with these easy-to-make, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth Christmas Whipped Shortbread Cookies. Perfect for all skill levels, these cookies are an essential holiday treat for gatherings, gifting, and family fun.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- Holiday sprinkles or maraschino cherries for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets.
- Whip butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes). Add vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in flour, cornstarch, and salt until dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls, flatten gently, and decorate with sprinkles or cherries.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool before serving.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend.
- Chill the dough for 15 minutes to prevent spreading during baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Calories: 90
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 1g
Keywords: Holiday shortbread cookies, whipped Christmas cookies, festive shortbread recipes, buttery shortbread cookies