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Home » Desserts » Cookies & Bars » Easy Chocolate Chip Whipped Shortbread

Easy Chocolate Chip Whipped Shortbread

By: Rosemary Published: December 5, 2021 Updated on: December 21, 2022

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These Easy Chocolate Chip Whipped Shortbread cookies are the absolute best melt in your Mouth Shortbread Cookie. Fast, Easy and they will be gone in seconds. They make the perfect cookie for gifting. Don’t forget to add them to your Holiday Cookie Tray!

Whipped shortbread cookies on a snowman plate.

We are big lovers of Shortbread Cookies and a couple of our favourites are My Mom’s Shortbread Cookies and these delicious Lemon Shortbread Cookies.

As we get closer and closer to Christmas we start to think about baking Christmas Cookies, I have to say these are ones that get made over and over again and are usually the first to go. Fast and easy and Shortbread, can’t get much better than that!

My Mom’s Christmas Cookies were the best on the block. Including these Whipped Shortbread Cookies. These literally melt in your mouth! They also make the perfect last minute cookie too!

Table of Contents

  • Recipe Ingredients
  • How to make Whipped Shortbread
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  • Why add cornstarch?
  • Why are the cookies flat?
  • What Flour to use for the cookies
  • Tips for making the best shortbread
  • FAQs
  • More Delicious Christmas Cookies
  • Easy Chocolate Chip Whipped Shortbread
    • Ingredients US CustomaryMetric 1x2x3x
      • *If you use unsalted butter then add a 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Be sure to use a good quality butter, apparently this year 2022, store brand butter quality is not what it used to be. Less fat could mean a dry not so tasty cookie.
      • **Flour should have at least 11% protein, this keeps the cookies from spreading.
    • Instructions 
    • Notes
    • Nutrition

Recipe Ingredients

  • Butter – softened
  • Powdered sugar – it’s a good idea to sift the sugar to remove any lumps.
  • Corn starch
  • Vanilla
  • All Purpose flour – flour with at least 11% protein.
  • salt – if you use unsalted butter then add a bit more salt.
  • Chocolate chips – if you prefer you can substitute with chopped nuts or dried fruit or leave them plain.
Whipped shortbread on a red dish.

How to make Whipped Shortbread

In the the bowl of the mixer, cream the butter and icing sugar until very fluffy.

creaming the butter and sugar

Add the salt, cornstarch, vanilla and flour and beat until very light. Add the mini chocolate chips and combine on low or stir to combine.

adding the chocolate chips to the creamed flour, butter and sugar mixture

Drop by teaspoon or tablespoons, or roll into balls the size of a golfball and lightly flatten with a fork on the prepared cookie sheet.

cookie dough dropped by teaspoon full on cookie sheet
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    Bake for approximately 15-20 minutes or until very lightly golden (almost white) never browned. Let cool completely before serving.

    Why add cornstarch?

    Cornstarch is used to make the cookie more tender and give them that melt in the mouth taste. I have made these without cornstarch and I personally prefer them with.

    Chocolate chip whipped shortbread on a red Christmas tree plate.

    Why are the cookies flat?

    Cookies can spread and be flat for a number of reasons, the biggest reason is the wrong type of flour is used. That is what happened in my case. I used a low protein flour, once I changed flours the cookies were no longer flat.

    Adding cornstarch to the recipe also helps keep cookies from spreading. As does chilling the dough first. I always find it a good idea to chill the cookies while the oven is pre-heating, 15-20 minutes will do it.

    What Flour to use for the cookies

    So now I know Canadian Flour and Italian Flour are different. But how are they different? It turns out that you need a flour with a protein percentage of 11% or more to prevent flat cookies. The flour I was using was a 00 flour with a percentage of 9%.

    The one I use in Italy now has 12.5-13%, it is called Manitoba flour and it is similar to a North American All Purpose or Plain Flour which has around 13%. As you can see the cookie on the right is how it should be.

    2 whipped shortbread cookies using low protein and high protein flour

    Tips for making the best shortbread

    • Make sure your butter is softened.
    • Sift the powdered sugar, you want to remove any lumps that have formed.
    • Whip the butter and sugar for approximately 3-5 minutes you want it to be light and fluffy.
    • Be sure to add the cornstarch, this will help produce a soft and tender cookie.
    • Be sure to measure the flour properly, spoon the flour into the cup then level it off with a spoon or knife blade, dipping the cup into the flour bag is not a good or accurate way to measure flour.
    • Baking the cookies one tray at a time is best, always on the middle rack, never on the bottom as it can cause the cookies to burn.
    Chocolate chip whipped shortbread on a red Christmas tree plate.

    FAQs

    How to store shortbread cookies

    Your baked cookies should be left to cool then store them in an airtight container at room temperature they will last up to 5 days. I like cold cookies so I actually store mine in the fridge, they will last up to 10 days in the fridge.

    How to freeze the baked cookies

    Freeze the completely cooled cookies in an airtight freezer safe container or bag. They will keep for up to 2 months in the freezer. If you are worried about the cookies sticking together, then place the cooled cookies on a cookie sheet and freeze until firm (about 2 hours) then move to the containers or bags. You can also place parchment paper between the layers.

    How to freeze the raw cookie dough

    You can also freeze the dough, make the dough balls and place them on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet, once they are frozen place in an airtight freezer safe container or bag. The cookies can be baked frozen, just be sure to add an additional couple of minutes to the baking time.

    Nobody can resist these Chocolate Chip Whipped Shortbread! I hope you enjoy them as much as we do. Enjoy!

    Up close shortbread cookies.

    More Delicious Christmas Cookies

    • Italian Ricciarelli Cookies
    • Peanut Butter Blossoms 3 Ways
    • Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
    Whipped shortbread cookies on a snowman plate.

    Easy Chocolate Chip Whipped Shortbread

    Rosemary Molloy
    One of the best Christmas Cookies, melt in your mouth shortbread.
    4.63 from 138 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Chilling Time 20 mins
    Total Time 55 mins
    Course Christmas Cookies, Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 24 cookies
    Calories 139 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 cup butter* (softened)
    • 1/2 cup icing sugar/powdered sugar/confectioners sugar (sifted)
    • 1/4 cup corn starch
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
    • 1 1/2 cups flour all purpose**
    • 1/2 cup mini semi sweet chocolate chips
    • 1 pinch salt

    *If you use unsalted butter then add a 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Be sure to use a good quality butter, apparently this year 2022, store brand butter quality is not what it used to be. Less fat could mean a dry not so tasty cookie.

      **Flour should have at least 11% protein, this keeps the cookies from spreading.

        Instructions
         

        • In the bowl of the mixer add butter and icing sugar and on medium speed cream until very fluffy. Then add the salt, cornstarch, vanilla and flour. Beat until very light approximately 2-3 minutes. Stir in chocolate chips or beat on low for 10-15 seconds.
        • Drop by heaping teaspoon, or roll into balls the size of a golfball and lightly flatten with a fork,  place parchment paper lined cookie sheets. Chill for 15-20 while the oven is pre-heating.
        • Pre-heat oven to 325° (160° celsius).
        • Bake for approximately 15-20 minutes** until very lightly golden, almost white never browned. Let cool for 5 minutes then carefully move to a wire rack, cool completely before serving. Enjoy!
        • ** Start to check the cookies after 10-12 minutes, depending on the size they may take less time to bake.

        Notes

        If you prefer you can substitute the chocolate chips with chopped nuts or dried fruit or just leave them plain.
        Your baked cookies should be left to cool then store them in an airtight container at room temperature they will last up to 5 days. I like cold cookies so I actually store mine in the fridge, they will last up to 10 days in the fridge.
        Freeze the completely cooled cookies in an airtight freezer safe container or bag. They will keep for up to 2 months in the freezer. If you are worried about the cookies sticking together, then place the cooled cookies on a cookie sheet and freeze until firm (about 2 hours) then move to the containers or bags. You can also place parchment paper between the layers.
        You can also freeze the dough, make the dough balls and place them on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet, once they are frozen place in an airtight freezer safe container or bag. The cookies can be baked frozen, just be sure to add an additional couple of minutes to the baking time.

        Nutrition

        Calories: 139kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 92mgPotassium: 38mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 240IUCalcium: 6mgIron: 0.7mg
        Keyword Christmas Cookies, easy shortbread cookies, shortbread cookies recipe, whipped shortbread cookies
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        Reposted from October 5, 2016, because they are so worth it!

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          1. Jonidee says

            January 4, 2023 at 4:27 pm

            5 stars
            I needed something quick to bring to a get together and made these – so delicious! I’ll be making these often from here on in!

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            • Rosemary says

              January 4, 2023 at 7:45 pm

              Hi Jonidee, thanks, so glad you enjoyed them. Happy New Year and take care!

              Reply
          2. Angela says

            December 22, 2022 at 5:21 pm

            5 stars
            Soooo good! Will make them a little bigger next time.
            They kept their shape buy putting them in the fridge before baking. Buon Natalie!

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            • Rosemary says

              December 22, 2022 at 6:13 pm

              Hi Angela, thanks glad you liked them. Buon Natalie to you too!

              Reply
          3. Mary says

            December 14, 2022 at 1:54 pm

            I made these for the first time. I followed the recipe exactly and used chopped walnuts instead of chocolate chips. I’m not sure if I did something wrong, but they are extremely crumbly. So bad that I cannot even use them for my cookie trays. Also, I didn’t see any eggs in the recipe. Is that right? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

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            • Rosemary says

              December 14, 2022 at 2:11 pm

              Hi Mary, I think maybe you didn’t whip it long enough or your measurements are off. You could try adding a bit more butter to bring it together (a tablespoon at a time). Did you see the video? No there are no eggs in shortbread. Hope this helps. Take care!

              Reply
          4. Magnus says

            December 3, 2022 at 5:18 pm

            Hi, thanks for the recipe! What do you mean by “vanilla”? Powdered vanilla, vanilla sugar, vanilla extract or scraped pods? Thanks!

            Reply
            • Rosemary says

              December 3, 2022 at 11:36 pm

              Hi Magnus, I use vanilla extract. Hope you like the cookies. Have a great weekend.

              Reply
          5. Tammy says

            December 2, 2022 at 9:41 pm

            5 stars
            These cookies are amazingly easy to make and are soooo delicious, they melt in your mouth, I am going to try and batch with cherries 🍒. Thanks so much for this excellent recipe!

            Reply
            • Rosemary says

              December 4, 2022 at 5:13 pm

              Hi Tammy, thanks so much, they should be really good with cherries. Take care!

              Reply
          6. Marcia says

            May 2, 2022 at 2:32 am

            5 stars
            These have become my husband’s favorite cookies. He is always asking for them so I make a double recipe and always have some handy in the freezer for him.

            Reply
            • Rosemary says

              May 2, 2022 at 5:58 pm

              Hi Marcia, thanks so much, they are one of our favourites too. My kids love them. Take care, have a great week.

              Reply
          7. Grace mcghee says

            January 29, 2022 at 2:05 am

            5 stars
            Loved these cookie and eat them up so fast one day and done

            Reply
            • Rosemary says

              January 29, 2022 at 9:48 pm

              Hi Grace, thanks so much, have a great weekend.

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