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Chocolate Dipped Shortbread Cookies
🕒 Total Time: 50 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 3 dozen cookies
Description:
Indulge in the delightful combination of buttery shortbread cookies dipped in smooth, rich chocolate. These Chocolate Dipped Shortbread Cookies are perfect for sharing with loved ones during festive gatherings or simply as a sweet treat any time of the year.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 ounces chocolate chips
Instructions:
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Cream butter and sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the vanilla extract and mix well.
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Add flour: Gradually add the flour to the butter mixture, stirring until a dough forms. The dough should come together and be slightly crumbly but hold its shape when pressed together.
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Shape cookies: Pinch off 1/2-inch balls of dough and roll them between your palms to form smooth balls. Roll each ball in sugar to coat evenly, then place them on a prepared baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each cookie.
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Flatten cookies: Use the tines of a fork to gently press down on each cookie, flattening them slightly. This will create the classic shortbread texture and also adds a decorative pattern to the cookies.
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Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are lightly golden around the edges. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 10-15 minutes.
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Prepare chocolate: While the cookies are cooling, melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl or over a double boiler until smooth and creamy.
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Dip cookies: Once the cookies have cooled slightly, carefully dip half of each cookie into the melted chocolate, ensuring that it is evenly coated. You can also use a spoon to help coat the cookies if needed.
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Chill: Place the chocolate-dipped cookies on a wire rack or parchment paper-lined tray and allow them to chill in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chocolate is set.
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Serve: Once the chocolate has set, your Chocolate Dipped Shortbread Cookies are ready to enjoy! Serve them as a delightful treat with a cup of tea or coffee, or package them up to give as gifts to friends and family.
These Chocolate Dipped Shortbread Cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. Their buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture combined with the indulgent chocolate coating makes them irresistible and perfect for any occasion. Enjoy! 🍪🍫
