3-Ingredient Whipped Shortbread Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter (room temperature)
• 1/2 cup (65g) powdered sugar (plus more for dusting)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract ((optional but highly recommended))
• 1 3/4 cups (225g) all-purpose flour
• sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

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

2. 2

   Using an electric mixer or stand mixer with a 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. 3

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

4. 4

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

5. 5

   Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges just start to brown. Depending on the size of your cookies, it could take up to 25 minutes. Let cool completely on baking sheets.