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A crispy shortbread cookie half dipped in smooth dark chocolate on a white plate

Chocolate Dipped Shortbread Cookies

Classic buttery shortbread cookies dipped in rich chocolate for a simple yet elegant treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies, Dessert
Cuisine: Scottish
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Shortbread
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
For the Chocolate Dip
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Beat butter and sugar in a stand mixer until light and fluffy.
  2. Mix in flour and salt until just combined.
  3. Shape dough into a log, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Slice dough into 1/4-inch rounds and place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
  5. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely.
  6. Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil together, then dip each cookie halfway. Let set on parchment paper.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 25mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week. For variation, sprinkle sea salt or chopped nuts on the wet chocolate.

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