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

A pile of delicate, star-shaped whipped shortbread cookies with slightly browned edges on a white plate.
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Make irresistibly light, buttery whipped shortbread cookies that truly melt in your mouth. This simple recipe is perfect for holiday baking and uses just a few pantry staples for a tender, fluffy result.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until it is light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. This whipping step creates the melt-in-your-mouth texture.
  3. Gradually add the powdered sugar to the butter mixture, beating until fully combined and creamy.
  4. Mix in the vanilla extract and salt.
  5. Slowly add the flour to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix the dough.
  6. Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip (like Wilton 1M).
  7. Pipe small rosettes or desired shapes onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch between cookies.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set and very lightly golden. The tops should remain pale.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. If desired, dip half of each cooled cookie in melted chocolate or decorate with festive sprinkles before serving.

Notes

  • For the best texture, ensure your butter is truly softened, not melted.
  • You can substitute almond extract for vanilla for a different flavor profile.
  • These cookies are excellent for cookie exchange favorites because they hold their shape well.
  • If you skip the piping bag, you can form small balls and flatten them slightly with a fork.

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