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Desserts

Whipped Shortbread

Source
Handwritten notebook
Serves
16-18 dozen
Cook
20-22 min

Makes 16-18 dozen. Optional topping: nonpareils or halved candied cherries.

Ingredients

  • 4 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups cornstarch
  • 3 cups butter
  • Optional: nonpareils or halved candied cherries, for topping
  • Optional: extract or lemon zest, on top

Steps

  1. In a large bowl, cream butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Gradually add flour and cornstarch.
  3. Form dough into 1" balls; place on ungreased [cookie sheet]. Press lightly with a flour-dipped fork.
  4. Top with nonpareils or halved cherries.
  5. Bake at 300°F for 20-22 minutes until bottoms are lightly browned.
  6. Cool 5 minutes before transferring to a rack.

Notes

Can add extract, or put lemon zest on top.

See also: Whipped Shortbread

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