Description
Indulge in the buttery bliss of these Chocolate Dipped Shortbread Cookies, where rich chocolate meets melt-in-your-mouth shortbread. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are a delightful treat that will have everyone reaching for more. With a simple preparation process and an exquisite flavor profile, they elevate any gathering or cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (high-quality)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Gradually add flour and vanilla, mixing until just combined to form soft dough.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the baking sheet, spacing them two inches apart; flatten slightly.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks.
- Melt the chocolate chips in intervals in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth.
- Dip half of each cookie into melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off; place on parchment and add sprinkles if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 146
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg