Whipped Shortbread Cookies

Vegetarian
Whipped Shortbread Cookies
35 min.
36
73kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful treat that melts in your mouth, look no further than these Whipped Shortbread Cookies! Perfectly light and buttery, these cookies are a classic dessert that will impress your family and friends. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch of these delectable cookies in no time.

The beauty of whipped shortbread lies in its texture; the combination of butter and confectioners' sugar creates a rich, creamy base that is both tender and crumbly. Each bite is a heavenly experience, enhanced by the sweet pop of maraschino cherries on top. These cookies are not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, making them an ideal addition to any dessert table or holiday gathering.

In just 35 minutes, you can have 36 scrumptious cookies ready to share—or keep all to yourself! With only 73 calories per cookie, they make for a guilt-free indulgence. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to enjoy the sweet aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through your home!

Ingredients

  • cup butter 
  • 0.5 cup confectioners' sugar 
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 12  maraschino cherries 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C.)
  2. Combine butter or margarine, flour and confectioner's sugar and beat for 10 minutes.
  3. Drop from teaspoon onto cookie sheet. Decorate with maraschino cherry pieces.
  4. Bake in preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until bottoms are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts

Calories73kcal
Protein3.21%
Fat62.64%
Carbs34.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.47
Glycemic Load
2.88
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.98347826690777%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:73.4kcal
3.67%
Fat:5.17g
7.95%
Saturated Fat:3.25g
20.31%
Carbohydrates:6.34g
2.11%
Net Carbohydrates:6.15g
2.24%
Sugar:2.29g
2.55%
Cholesterol:13.56mg
4.52%
Sodium:40.75mg
1.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.6g
1.19%
Vitamin A:158.33IU
3.17%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.75%
Selenium:1.84µg
2.63%
Folate:9.72µg
2.43%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.79%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.66%
Vitamin B3:0.31mg
1.55%
Iron:0.25mg
1.39%
Source:Allrecipes