Cathy's Decadent Whipped Shortbread Cookies
These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth Whipped Shortbread Cookies are a treasured family recipe passed down through generations. My great aunt crafted them with love, simply dropping spoonfuls onto baking sheets, while I use a cookie press to create perfectly shaped delights—yielding about 120 irresistible cookies that are sure to impress! Topped with bright cherries and drizzled with sweet icing, they make for an elegant treat perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to afternoon tea.
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Servings
30
Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
1 lb (softened)
Icing Sugar
1 cup (sifted)
Cornstarch
1/2 cup (sifted)
Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon (pure)
All-Purpose Flour
3 cups (sifted)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter until it becomes light and fluffy.
3
Gradually add the icing sugar and cornstarch to the creamed butter, mixing thoroughly until the mixture is light and creamy.
4
Once well combined, add the vanilla extract, mixing until incorporated.
5
Slowly add the flour in increments, whipping continuously until the dough is smooth and fluffy.
6
Using a spoon or a cookie press, drop or shape the cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
7
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cookies are just set and begin to turn a pale golden color. Keep a close eye on them to avoid overbaking.
8
Remove from the oven and cool on wire racks. Once cooled, decorate with cherries on top and drizzle with icing.
Nutrition Information
3.3g
Carbs
0.25g
Protein
1g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Cathy's cookies whipped?
The cookies get their whipped texture by whipping the dough continuously while adding the flour until it is smooth and fluffy.
How many cookies does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields approximately 120 irresistible cookies.
What temperature should I set the oven to?
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
How much butter is required for the recipe?
The recipe requires 1 lb of softened butter.
What type of sugar is used in these cookies?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of sifted icing sugar.
Is there a special ingredient for the texture?
Yes, 1/2 cup of sifted cornstarch is used to help achieve a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
What type of flour should I use?
You should use 3 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
How much vanilla extract is added?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
Do I need to sift the ingredients?
Yes, for the best results, you should sift the icing sugar, cornstarch, and all-purpose flour.
How should I prepare the cookie sheets?
Line your cookie sheets with parchment paper before baking.
What is the first step in the mixing process?
The first step is to cream the butter in a large mixing bowl until it becomes light and fluffy.
When do I add the icing sugar and cornstarch?
Gradually add the icing sugar and cornstarch to the creamed butter after it has become light and fluffy.
Can I use a cookie press for these cookies?
Yes, you can use a cookie press to create perfectly shaped delights, or simply drop spoonfuls onto the sheets.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 20-25 minutes.
How do I know when the cookies are finished baking?
They are done when they are just set and begin to turn a pale golden color.
Where should I cool the cookies?
Once removed from the oven, cool the cookies on wire racks.
How are these cookies typically decorated?
Once cooled, decorate them with cherries on top and a drizzle of sweet icing.
How many calories are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 30 calories.
What is the carbohydrate content per cookie?
There are 3.3g of carbohydrates in each cookie.
How much sugar is in each cookie?
Each cookie contains 1g of sugar.
What is the protein content of these cookies?
Each cookie provides 0.25g of protein.
Is this a traditional family recipe?
Yes, it is a treasured family recipe passed down from the creator's great aunt.
Are these cookies suitable for holiday gatherings?
Yes, they are described as an elegant treat perfect for holiday gatherings or afternoon tea.
How should I add the flour to the dough?
Slowly add the flour in increments while whipping continuously to keep the dough smooth.
Should I leave space between the cookies on the tray?
Yes, you should leave some space between each cookie when dropping or pressing them onto the sheet.
What is the texture of the cookies described as?
The cookies are described as buttery and melt-in-your-mouth.
Does the recipe include eggs?
No, this specific shortbread recipe does not include eggs.
What is the secret to a light and creamy mixture?
Mixing the butter, icing sugar, and cornstarch thoroughly until the mixture is light and creamy is key.
Can I use different extracts for flavor?
While the recipe calls for vanilla, you can experiment with other extracts, though vanilla is the traditional choice.
Why is it important to keep a close eye on the cookies while baking?
You should watch them closely to avoid overbaking, as they should only be a pale golden color.