Best 5 Cathys Whipped Shortbread Cookies Recipes

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Cathy's Whipped Shortbread Cookies are melt-in-your-mouth treats that combine the delicate crumbliness of shortbread with the light and airy texture of whipped cream. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, these cookies are easy to make and perfect for any occasion. The original recipe yields classic shortbread cookies with a buttery, vanilla flavor, but the article also includes variations for chocolate lovers, citrus enthusiasts, and those who enjoy a hint of spice. With their versatile flavor profile and customizable toppings, Cathy's Whipped Shortbread Cookies are sure to become a favorite in any cookie jar.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

WHIPPED SHORTBREAD



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These whipped shortbread Christmas cookies melt in your mouth. Mostly I make them for the holidays, but I'll also prepare them year-round for wedding showers and afternoon teas. -Jane Ficiur, Bow Island, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups butter, softened
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups cornstarch
Nonpareils and/or halved candied cherries

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Gradually add flour and cornstarch, beating until well blended. , With hands lightly dusted with additional cornstarch, roll dough into 1-in. balls. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Press lightly with a floured fork. Top with nonpareils or cherry halves. , Bake at 300° until bottoms are lightly browned, 20-22 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 46mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CATHY'S WHIPPED SHORTBREAD COOKIES



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This is an old family recipe. My Great aunt used to just drop them from a spoon onto a cookie sheet. I use my cookie gun and get about 120 cookies. They are an excellent-melt-in-your-mouth cookie. I decorate them with cherries and icing.

Provided by Chef burnt toast

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 40m

Yield 120 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb butter (or margarine)
1 cup icing sugar
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups flour

Steps:

  • Cream butter until light and fluffy, then add icing sugar and cornstarch. Mix and whip until light and creamy.
  • Then add vanilla and flour (a bit at a time) and whip again until light and creamy.
  • Drop from a spoon or use a cookie gun to make shapes on a pan.
  • Bake in a 325°F oven for 20-25 minutes, depending on size of cookie (just until set and starting to turn pale golden).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.5, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 8.1, Sodium 21.9, Carbohydrate 3.9, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1, Protein 0.4

WHIPPED SHORTBREAD COOKIES



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A festive melt in your mouth cookie, and very easy to make.

Provided by William Anatooskin

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Butter Cookie Recipes     Shortbread Cookie Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup butter, softened
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup confectioners' sugar
¼ cup red maraschino cherries, quartered
¼ cup green maraschino cherries, quartered

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine butter, flour, and confectioners' sugar. With an electric mixer, beat for 10 minutes, until light and fluffy. Spoon onto cookie sheets, spacing cookies 2 inches apart. Place a piece of maraschino cherry onto the middle of each cookie, alternating between red and green.
  • Bake for 15 to 17 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the bottoms of the cookies are lightly browned. Remove from oven, and let cool on cookie sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer cookies on to wire rack to cool. Store in an airtight container, separating each layer with waxed paper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74.8 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 36.5 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

UNCLE BILL'S WHIPPED SHORTBREAD COOKIES



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These are very easy to make shortbread cookies. They are so good that they melt in your mouth, you hardly have to chew them. I have been making them for over 35 years.

Provided by William Uncle Bill

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 32m

Yield 24-30 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup icing sugar or 1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
1/4 cup red maraschino cherry
1/4 cup green maraschino cherry

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a mixing bowl and using an electric mixer, combine butter, flour, icing sugar and vanilla extract; mix until mixture is a smooth consistency.
  • Prepare cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • Spoon out dough onto parchment lined cookie sheets by teaspoonfuls or by tablespoons for larger cookies, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  • Cut maraschino cherries into quarters and place one piece in the middle of each cookie, alternating with red and green cherries.
  • Bake in preheated 350 F oven for 13 to 15 minutes or until bottom of cookies are lightly browned, DO NOT OVERBAKE.
  • Remove from oven and let cool on cookie sheet for about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer onto wire racks to finish cooling.
  • Store in a container with a lid and separate each layer with wax paper.
  • NOTE: If you wish to add some flavor to the cookies, add 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract or almond extract.
  • Use sprinkles, half an almond or half a cashew or chocolate to the top of the cookies before baking.
  • A thumbprint in the cookie, filled with your choice of jam is very tasty.
  • It has been suggested that the cookies be refrigerated for at least 1/2 hour before baking for a different texture.

WHIPPED SHORTBREAD COOKIES



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Make and share this Whipped Shortbread Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Gorete

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 33m

Yield 60-70 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb butter, room temperature
1 cup icing sugar, shifted
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup semisweet mini chocolate chips (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 F and prepare baking sheets by lightly greasing.
  • Cream the butter and icing sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the cornstarch, vanilla and flour. Beat the mixture until all of the ingredients are thoroughly combine, and the batter is fluffy.
  • Stir in the chocolate chips, if using, then scoop the cookie dough onto the cookie sheet using a small scoop. Place onto prepared cookie sheets about 1" apart.
  • Bake for 18 - 20 minutes, or until the edges are a light golden brown. Let cool on racks before storing in cookie tins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 16.3, Sodium 54.3, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 2, Protein 0.7

Tips for Making Cathy's Whipped Shortbread Cookies:

  • Use high-quality butter. This will make a big difference in the flavor and texture of your cookies.
  • Make sure the butter is very cold before you start mixing it with the other ingredients. This will help to create a light and fluffy dough.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help to prevent the cookies from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Bake the cookies in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that they bake evenly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before you frost them. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Cathy's Whipped Shortbread Cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They're perfect for any occasion, from holiday parties to casual get-togethers. With their light and fluffy texture, buttery flavor, and sweet frosting, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're in the mood for a special treat, give Cathy's Whipped Shortbread Cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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