Best 4 Chocolate Dipped Spritz Recipes

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Are you looking for a classic and delightful treat to satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than chocolate-dipped spritz cookies. These bite-sized morsels are a combination of buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies dipped in rich, creamy chocolate. With their festive appearance and irresistible flavor, they are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a holiday gathering, a special celebration, or a simple afternoon snack. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of making these delectable cookies, providing you with tips and tricks to achieve the perfect texture and flavor. From gathering the necessary ingredients to mastering the art of dipping, we'll cover everything you need to know to create these heavenly treats in your own kitchen.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE-DIPPED SPRITZ



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Some of my sisters and I get together for a weekend during the holidays to do nothing but bake cookies. These cookies always make an appearance in the goody baskets that we give as gifts. -Nancy Ross, Alvordton, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
11 ounces dark, white or milk chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped
Crushed peppermint candies

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, salt and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture. , Using a cookie press fitted with the disk of your choice, press dough 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 7-9 minutes or until set (do not brown). Remove to wire racks to cool. , In a microwave-safe bowl, melt candy coating; dip each cookie halfway. Sprinkle with crushed candies. Place on waxed paper until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 89mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHOCOLATE-DIPPED ORANGE SPRITZ



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Dipped in melted chocolate and coated in ground walnuts, this cookie is one you won't pass up.-Alissa Stehr, Gau-Odernheim

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
2 tablespoons orange juice
4 teaspoons grated orange zest
2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup ground walnuts
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon shortening

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in egg, orange juice and zest. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture, mixing well., Using a cookie press fitted with a bar disk, press long strips of dough onto ungreased baking sheets; cut ends to release from disk. Cut each strip into 3-in. lengths (no need to separate them)., Bake 8-10 minutes or until set (do not brown). Re-cut cookies if necessary. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., Place walnuts in a shallow bowl. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip each cookie halfway in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Sprinkle with walnuts. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 43mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHOCOLATE-DIPPED SPRITZ COOKIES



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A holiday favorite, great taste and presentation on a cookie plate. Easy and ooh so good! Found in a Taste of Home cookie book

Provided by Tracy H.

Categories     Dessert

Time 22m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
11 ounces white candy coating or 11 ounces milk chocolate confectionary coating
nuts (optional) or candy sprinkles (optional)

Steps:

  • Cream butter and sugar in mixing bowl.
  • Beat in egg and vanilla.
  • Combine flour, salt and baking soda, gradually add to creamed mixture.
  • Using a cookie press, press dough onto ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake at 375° for 7-9 minutes.
  • Original recipe says not to let brown but I prefer it when the edges are slightly brown, it makes the bottoms nice and crispy.
  • Remove to cooling rack and let cool completely.
  • Melt confectionary coating and dip each cookie half way and sprinkle with finely ground nuts or sprinkles.
  • I usually do half semi sweet chocolate and half white chocolate and sprinkle with holiday colored non periels.
  • Let harden on wax paper.

CHOCOLATE DIPPED ORANGE SPRITZ



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Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup splenda
1 egg
4 teaspoons grated orange zest
2 3/4 cups almond flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon shortening
1 cup ground nuts

Steps:

  • 1. Cream butter and splenda until fluffy. Mix in egg and orange zest. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir into creamed mixture, alternately with the orange juice. Using a cookie press or pastry bag with a bar disk or tip, pipe cookie dough onto ungreased cookie sheets into long strips. Cut each strip into pieces 3-inches long. Don't separate the pieces. 2. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Bake cookies in preheated oven for 12-14 minutes or until cookie edges turn golden. Cut into pieces again, as needed. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.3. To decorate, melt chocolate chips and shortening in the microwave or a double boiler until smooth. Stir. Dip each end of a cookie into the chocolate mixture and then dunk it in the ground nuts. Place on waxed paper and let stand until chocolate sets.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips:

  • Choose the right cookie dough. The best cookie dough for dipping is one that is firm enough to hold its shape, but not too dry. A dough that is too dry will crumble when you dip it in the chocolate.
  • Chill the cookie dough. Chilling the cookie dough before you dip it in the chocolate will help it to hold its shape even better. You can chill the dough for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • Use a good quality chocolate. The quality of the chocolate you use will make a big difference in the taste of your chocolate-dipped cookies. Use a chocolate that is at least 60% cacao content.
  • Melt the chocolate slowly. Melting the chocolate slowly will help to prevent it from becoming grainy. You can melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave.
  • Dip the cookies in the chocolate. Hold the cookie by the edge and dip it into the melted chocolate. Be sure to coat the cookie completely.
  • Decorate the cookies. You can decorate the cookies with sprinkles, nuts, or other toppings before the chocolate hardens.
  • Let the cookies cool. Let the cookies cool completely before you enjoy them. You can place the cookies on a wire rack to cool.

Conclusion:

Chocolate-dipped cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. By following these tips, you can make perfect chocolate-dipped cookies every time. These cookies are perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a snack. They are also a great way to use up leftover cookie dough. So next time you have a craving for something sweet, try making chocolate-dipped cookies. You won't be disappointed!

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