Description
Dippable Chocolate Chip Shortbread Treats are buttery, tender cookies perfectly balanced with semi-sweet chocolate chips and optional chopped nuts. These sweet delights are easy to make and have a crumbly texture ideal for dipping in your favorite beverage or enjoying as a delicate treat anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
Topping (Optional)
- Extra powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cookie removal after baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar until the mixture becomes creamy and light in color, which helps create a tender texture.
- Add Vanilla Extract: Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated to enhance the cookie’s flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until a crumbly dough forms.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips and Nuts: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped nuts if using, ensuring even distribution throughout the dough.
- Shape the Dough: Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 tablespoon each, and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet with some space between each ball to allow for spreading during baking.
- Flatten the Dough Balls: Using the bottom of a glass or your fingertips, gently press down on each ball to give them a flattened, round shape for even baking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies turn lightly golden brown, indicating they are done.
- Cool Down: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 15-20 minutes, then transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely for best texture.
- Optional Dusting: Once cooled, dust the cookies lightly with powdered sugar for an elegant and sweet finish, enhancing their appearance and taste.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, simply omit the chopped nuts without substituting.
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easy creaming with sugar.
- Be careful not to overbake to maintain a tender shortbread texture.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- These treats pair wonderfully with tea, coffee, or milk for dipping.
