Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Cookies Recipe
These Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Cookies combine buttery, crumbly shortbread with rich dark chocolate for an elegant yet easy treat. Perfect for gifting or a special snack, this recipe offers a delightful balance of simplicity and indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
Chocolate Coating
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for the shortbread cookies.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and light.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Add the all-purpose flour and salt to the creamed mixture and mix until it forms a dough. Be careful not to overwork the dough to keep the cookies tender.
- Shape Cookies: Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before proceeding to the chocolate dip to ensure the chocolate sets properly.
- Melt Chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate chips using a double boiler or microwave, stirring frequently until smooth.
- Dip Cookies: Dip half of each cooled cookie into the melted dark chocolate, letting excess drip off, then place on parchment paper to set.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened but not melted for proper texture.
- Do not overbake the cookies to maintain their tender crumb.
- Melt chocolate slowly to prevent burning.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- For a festive touch, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on the chocolate before it sets.
Keywords: shortbread cookies, chocolate dipped, holiday cookies, easy cookie recipe, buttery cookies
