CHOCOLATE-DIPPED SHORTBREAD

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Provided by Tracey Seaman

Categories     Cookies     Chocolate     Dessert     Bake     Christmas     Kid-Friendly     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 3 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 sticks (1/2 pound) unsalted butter, at room temperature
2/3 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
8 ounces high-quality semisweet chocolate, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Arrange racks in upper and lower thirds of oven and preheat to 325°F. Line 2 large cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • In electric mixer, beat butter, sugar, vanilla, and salt at medium speed just until smooth. Add flour and mix at low speed until combined. Divide dough in half and shape into 2 disks.
  • On lightly floured work surface, roll out 1 piece dough to 1/4-inch-thick rectangle. Using fluted pastry wheel or large knife, cut into 2- by 1-inch rectangles. Transfer cookies to baking sheets, spacing 1 1/2 inches apart. Repeat with remaining dough.
  • Prick each cookie several times with tines of fork, then chill 10 minutes. Bake until edges are golden, about 15 minutes. Cool on pans 5 minutes, then transfer to racks and cool completely.
  • To decorate: Line baking sheet with clean parchment or wax paper. In medium heatproof bowl set over saucepan of simmering water, melt half chocolate. Add remaining chocolate, remove bowl from heat, and stir occasionally until smooth. Pour into small bowl.
  • Dip each cookie halfway into chocolate, let excess drip off, and place on baking sheet. Let stand until chocolate is set, about 1 hour. Store in airtight container at room temperature. (Do not refrigerate.)

Dx Alim
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These cookies were a disaster! The shortbread was too crumbly and the chocolate coating was too thick. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Ermiyas Tamru
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The cookies were a bit dry. I think I'll try adding a little bit of milk to the dough next time.


Ismail Zakaria
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try using dark chocolate next time.


MI SB AH
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I'm not a huge fan of shortbread cookies, but these were really good. The chocolate coating really made them.


Entrepreneurship Gregory
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These cookies were delicious! The shortbread was perfectly crumbly and the chocolate coating was rich and decadent. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Basmala Essam
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I made these cookies for my family and they loved them! The shortbread is so buttery and the chocolate coating is the perfect touch. These cookies are definitely a keeper.


Anele Komeni
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These cookies are so easy to make, even for a novice baker like me. I was worried that the chocolate coating would be too thick, but it turned out to be just right. The cookies are the perfect size for a quick snack or dessert.


Kabuubi Brian
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cookies turned out perfectly. They're the perfect balance of sweet and salty. I love the way the chocolate coating complements the shortbread. These cookies are definitely going to be a regular in my holiday baki


With Kamrul
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These chocolate-dipped shortbread cookies were a hit at my holiday party! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. The shortbread is buttery and crumbly, and the chocolate coating is rich and decadent. I will definitely be making these again