FROSTED CHOCOLATE SHORTBREAD

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I was introduced to these cookies by a friendly neighbor who brought them over the cold winter day we moved into our new home. Christmas cookies have never tasted so good or looked so good.-Deb Nixon, Paris, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-3/4 cups butter, softened
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup baking cocoa
Dash salt
FROSTING:
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
2 tablespoons water
Colored sprinkles, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Combine the flour, cornstarch, cocoa and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. , Press into an ungreased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 325° for 30-35 minutes or until center is set. Cool on a wire rack. , Cut into 1-1/2-in. x 1-in. squares. In a small bowl, whisk the confectioners' sugar, cocoa and water until smooth. Frost cookies; decorate with sprinkles if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 45mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Shah Mizan
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This is the best shortbread recipe I've ever tried. It's so rich and flavorful.


Harish Mahara
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This recipe is easy to follow and the shortbread is delicious. I would definitely recommend it.


SAMEER GAZI
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I made this for my family and they loved it. It's a great recipe for a special occasion.


Sohel Babu
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This recipe is a must-try for any chocolate lover.


Pushkar Limbu
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This shortbread is so good! The frosting is the perfect amount of sweetness.


Azara Watkins
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Isha sadaqatali
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the shortbread turned out great.


Sumon Debnath
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The shortbread is so delicious and the frosting is the perfect finishing touch.


Manju Mananadhar
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I made this for a bake sale and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Sarah rands
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This was my first time making shortbread, and it turned out great! Thanks for the recipe.


Hassan Masoom
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Toxic Sk
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making this again.


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I'm not usually a fan of shortbread, but this recipe changed my mind. The frosting was the perfect complement to the shortbread, and it was so easy to make.


Florence Struble
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This frosted chocolate shortbread was a hit at my holiday party! It was so easy to make, and everyone loved the combination of the rich chocolate frosting and the buttery shortbread crust.