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White Chocolate Cherry Shortbread Cookies

These White Chocolate Cherry Shortbread Cookies combine a buttery shortbread base with sweet white chocolate and tart cherries for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use high-quality butter for the best flavor.
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips Use high-quality white chocolate for the best result.
  • 1 cup dried cherries, chopped Substitutions can include cranberries or chopped nuts.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • a pinch salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually combine this dry mixture into the butter-sugar mixture until well blended.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract, white chocolate chips, and chopped dried cherries until evenly incorporated.
  5. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Slightly flatten them on the prepared baking sheet.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake!
Cooling and Serving
  1. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee!

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Freeze them for up to three months, separating layers with parchment paper.