Whipped Shortbread [vegan, press] Cookies

This recipe came from the internet. In fact, it started with a search to see what other cookies the cookie press could be used for. And I found this recipe that I noticed had no eggs and only butter, for which I could easily substitute margarine and make them vegan-friendly.

So that is what I did. They turned out nicely (a big hit at the party, but I thought they were just okay - because I am partial to the other recipe). The flavoring of the recipe is vanilla but I added some almond just in case. Apparenly, I did not add enough. The reviews on the site with recipe say these "melt in your mouth" - I found them a little dry, but overall like sweet shortbread cookies. Next time I make these, I will use more and only almost flavoring.

Recipe
1 pound butter
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
pinch salt
1/2 cup cornstarch
3 cups flour

Preheat oven to 350 F. Cream together butter, icing sugar, vanilla and
salt. Gradually add cornstarch and flour. Whip with an electric mixer
until fluffy. Place into a cookie press and press out cookies on cool
baking sheet. Decorate with candied cherries or dragees if desired.
Bake 12-15 minutes. Let cool for 2 minutes on baking sheet, then
remove to wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container
at room temperature.

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