Whipped Shortbread Cookies

Whipped Shortbread Cookies

Makes about 18 cookies

Ingredients:

1 cup butter, room temperature

½ cup powdered sugar plus more for dusting

1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

1¾ cups all-purpose flour

sprinkles (optional)

Directions:

1) Preheat oven to 300F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2) Using an electric mixer or stand mixer with paddle attachment, beat the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the vanilla if using and beat for another minute.

3) Stir in half the flour until just combined. Repeat with the rest of the flour.

4) Lightly dust your hand with powdered sugar and roll the dough into small balls, about 1 tablespoon each. Use the tines of a fork that has been dipped in powdered sugar to slightly flatten the cookie doughs. Add some sprinkles on top if desired.

5) Bake for 15-20 minutes until the edges just start to brown. Let cool completely on the baking sheets.