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Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Cookies
These chocolate-dipped shortbread cookies are buttery, crisp, and dipped in rich chocolate for an elegant treat. Perfect for any occasion, they’re easy to customize with different shapes and decorations.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, softened*
- 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour**
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces (226 g) high-quality chocolate, dark, milk, or white
- Optional decorations: sprinkles, crushed nuts, or freeze-dried fruit
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Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream the butter until light and fluffy. Mix in the sugar in 3 or 4 portions, and then mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing just until the dough comes together.
- Gather the dough into a disc, cover in plastic wrap, and chill for about 20 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone liners.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch (6mm) thickness. Use a 2-inch (5cm) cookie cutter to cut out cookies. Re-roll scraps as needed.
- Place cookies on the prepared pans. Bake one pan at a time for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are just lightly golden. (Adjust the baking time accordingly if making smaller or larger cookies.) Cool on the pans for 5 minutes before transferring the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Melt the chocolate in a microwave or double boiler, stirring until smooth.
- Partially dip each cookie into the chocolate, letting the excess drip off. Place on a wire rack to set.
- While the chocolate is still wet, add sprinkles or other decorations. For a drizzle, let the chocolate set completely, then use a spoon or piping bag to drizzle contrasting chocolate on top.
Notes
- *It is very important that the butter is softened properly for the dough to come together nicely. You should be able to press a finger into it but it should hold its shape.
- **Accurate measurement is essential. Use a digital kitchen scale if you have one. Otherwise, lightly spoon into the measuring cup and level the top with a straight edge.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to a week.
- For tips, step-by-step photos, and extra details, be sure to read the full post above before starting. It’s packed with helpful info to answer common questions!
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