Melt-In-Your-Mouth Shortbread (Print Version)
Delicate, buttery shortbread with a melt-in-your-mouth texture and festive cherry topping option.
# Ingredients:
→ Cookie Base
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1 pound unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup confectioners’ sugar
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup cornstarch
→ Garnish (Optional)
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Red maraschino cherries
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Green maraschino cherries
# Steps:
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Place butter, confectioners’ sugar, all-purpose flour, and cornstarch in a large mixing bowl.
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With a stand mixer or hand mixer, begin mixing on low speed, then increase to medium. Whip ingredients together for approximately 10 minutes until the mixture is extremely pale, light, and fluffy.
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Using a spoon, drop portions of the whipped dough onto an ungreased or parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing evenly.
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If desired, press a maraschino cherry into the center of each portioned dough mound.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 325°F (165°C) for 20 minutes, or until set and very pale golden on the bottom.
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Transfer baked cookies to a wire rack and allow to cool completely before serving.
# Notes:
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For the most tender crumb, avoid overmixing after the dough becomes light and fluffy. Cookies will remain pale in color when fully baked.