Chocolate Chunk Shortbread Cookies Recipe
Description: I made these delightful Chocolate Chunk Shortbread Cookies with my granddaughter to leave by the fireside for Santa. They were a hit with Mrs. Claus too! These cookies are a charming addition to your holiday treat repertoire, perfect for the festive season and beyond. 🍪🎅
Recipe Category: Drop Cookies
Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Scottish, European, Kid Friendly, Christmas, Sweet, < 60 Mins, Easy
Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup chocolate chunks (approximately 12 ounces)
Instructions:
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Preheat and Prepare: Begin by lining your baking sheets with parchment paper. This will prevent the cookies from sticking and make clean-up a breeze. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking.
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Sift Flour: Sift all 3 cups of all-purpose flour into a large bowl. Sifting helps to remove any lumps and ensures that your flour is evenly aerated, contributing to the perfect texture of your shortbread cookies. Set the bowl aside.
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Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the 3/4 cup of unsalted butter until it becomes light and fluffy. This process incorporates air into the butter, creating a light texture for your cookies. Gradually add the 2 cups of powdered sugar, mixing continuously until the sugar has fully dissolved into the butter mixture. The result should be a creamy, smooth mixture.
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Combine Ingredients: Slowly add the sifted flour to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix until the ingredients are well combined. The dough will start to come together and should be slightly crumbly.
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Add Chocolate Chunks: Fold in the chocolate chunks until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough. These chunks will melt slightly during baking, adding delightful pockets of chocolate in each bite.
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Shape the Cookies: Divide the dough into 24 equally sized balls. Place these balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Gently press each ball down with the palm of your hand or the back of a spoon to slightly flatten them. This will give your cookies their classic shortbread shape.
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Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 to 30 minutes. Keep an eye on them towards the end of the baking time. You want the cookies to be just lightly golden around the edges. They may seem soft when you take them out of the oven, but they will firm up as they cool.
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Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set properly and ensures they don’t break apart.
Serving Suggestions: Enjoy these cookies fresh from the oven or store them in an airtight container for up to a week. They are perfect with a cup of tea or hot cocoa, making them a wonderful treat for the holiday season or any time you crave a sweet indulgence. 🍪☕️
Nutrition Information (per cookie):
- Calories: 286.4
- Fat: 19.8g
- Saturated Fat: 11.8g
- Cholesterol: 43.9mg
- Sodium: 13.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 24.3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 7.4g
- Protein: 3.1g
Enjoy baking these scrumptious cookies with your loved ones, and may they bring joy and sweetness to your holiday season! 🎄👩🍳✨
