Uncle Bill's Whipped Shortbread Cookies Recipe

Indulge in melt-in-your-mouth perfection with Uncle Bill's Whipped Shortbread Cookies! This easy recipe, perfected over 35 years, creates delicate cookies that practically dissolve on your tongue. Elevate them with maraschino cherries, sprinkles, nuts, or a delightful jam thumbprint – the possibilities are endless! Get ready for the most tender, buttery shortbread you've ever tasted.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 32 mins
Calories 110.8 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.6 (315 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Uncle Bill's Whipped Shortbread Cookies

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How to Make Uncle Bill's Whipped Shortbread Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 cup icing sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, mixing until a smooth dough forms. Do not overmix.
  5. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Using a teaspoon or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  7. Optional: Cut maraschino cherries into quarters and place one piece in the center of each cookie, alternating red and green.
  8. Optional: Add sprinkles, half an almond, half a cashew, or a small piece of chocolate to the top of each cookie before baking.
  9. Optional: Make a thumbprint in the center of each cookie and fill with your favorite jam.
  10. Optional: For a different texture, refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  11. Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden brown. Do not overbake.
  12. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
  13. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
  14. Store in an airtight container, separating layers with wax paper.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

24g

Carbs

3g