Description
Delight in these decadent Piped Chocolate Butter Cookies, perfect for any occasion. These rich, buttery cookies are piped into elegant shapes and can be dipped in chocolate for an extra indulgent touch.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2–3 tablespoons milk (as needed)
Optional Toppings:
- melted chocolate or sprinkles for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the dough: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and salt, then sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and cornstarch. Mix until just combined, adjusting with milk if needed.
- Pipe the dough: Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large tip. Pipe desired shapes onto the baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes until set. Cool on the sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
- Decorate: Once cooled, dip in chocolate or top with sprinkles.
Notes
- If the dough is too thick, let it sit at room temperature or add more milk. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
