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Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • 1 cup 226 g unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup 90 g powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ teaspoon table salt
  • 2 cups 250 g all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons 17 g cornstarch
  • Optional: Nonpareils jimmies, or colored sanding sugar for decorating

Instructions
 

  • Directions:
  • Preheat: Set your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the butter and powdered sugar until fluffy and light in color, about 5 minutes.
  • Add Flavorings: Mix in the vanilla extract and salt.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and cornstarch.
  • Mix Dry and Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  • Shape Cookies: Roll the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place on the prepared sheet. Flatten slightly with a fork dipped in powdered sugar.
  • Bake: Cook for 12 minutes until set but not browned. Let cool on the sheet before moving.
  • Enjoy Your Baking Success
  • These Whipped Shortbread Cookies are sure to be a hit, bringing a simple yet sophisticated touch to your holiday treats. Perfect for cozy gatherings or as a thoughtful gift, they embody the spirit of the season with every buttery, crumbly bite.