Whipped shortbread cookies are remarkably easy to make with just a few basic ingredients—butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and flour—making them an excellent project for bakers of all skill levels. Whether you’re continuing a family tradition or starting a new one, these cookies are sure to bring warmth and joy to your holiday festivities.
Perfect for cookie exchanges, gift-giving, or simply enjoying with a cup of hot cocoa by the fire, Christmas Whipped Shortbread Cookies are a timeless holiday favorite that encapsulates the joy and indulgence of the season.
87 calories per cookie. Sweet, simple, and oh-so-festive! 🎅
👉 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗜𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁!
🎄 Christmas Whipped Shortbread Cookies 🎄
Ingredients:
• 3 cups butter, softened
• 1½ cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted
• 4½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1½ cups cornstarch
• Nonpareils or halved candied cherries
Directions:
1️⃣ Cream butter and sugar until fluffy (3-4 mins). Gradually beat in flour and cornstarch until smooth.
2️⃣ Roll dough into 1-inch balls; place on baking sheets. Press with a fork and decorate with cherries or nonpareils.
3️⃣ Bake at 300°F for 20-22 mins until bottoms are golden. Cool on racks.
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Soft, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious—perfect for the holidays or any special occasion! 😍