Shortbread cookies with chocolate

Cookinero 28 October 2022

This easy and quick recipe for chocolate shortbread cookies will help out if you or your family wants something delicious right here and right now. Do not deny them pleasure, because you can please your loved ones by spending only about an hour! By the way, younger family members can also be involved in cooking: little fidgets will be happy to knead the dough and cut cookies out of it. As for the last point, know that shortbread cookies with chocolate according to this recipe can be not only round, but also any other shape. Therefore, if the house has curly recesses, use them to make the appearance of baking more spectacular.

How to cook Shortbread cookies with chocolate

Step 1

Shortbread with chocolate

Prepare shortbread dough with chocolate. Cut margarine or butter into small cubes and leave for a while so that they become soft. Add sugar and grind.

Step 2

Shortbread with chocolate

Add eggs, two cups flour and baking powder. Mix well until a homogeneous mass is obtained. The cookie dough should not be too hard, but not too soft either.

Step 3

Shortbread with chocolate

Finely chop the chocolate or chop with a large knife, as you like. To make this easier, put it in the refrigerator thirty minutes before use.

Step 4

Shortbread with chocolate

Knead the cookie dough in the remaining flour with your hands. Add chocolate. Place in a plastic bag and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes. During this time, the dough should become more elastic.

Step 5

Shortbread with chocolate

Roll out the cold dough on a floured board. Cut out circles with a glass and arrange them on a baking sheet lined with good baking paper.

Step 6

Shortbread with chocolate

Heat the oven to 180°C. Place a baking sheet with circles of dough on the middle level. Bake for 10-15 minutes. Let cool and then transfer to a serving plate.

Shortbread cookies with chocolate - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can use salted butter. However, you might want to reduce the amount of flour slightly or omit baking powder to prevent the cookies from becoming too salty.
Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. They can also be stored in the freezer for up to 2 months for longer shelf life.
Yes, you can freeze the dough. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then place it in a freezer bag. It can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before rolling and baking.
These cookies are perfect with a cup of coffee or tea. They also pair well with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or dipped in melted chocolate.
Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with dark chocolate, milk chocolate, or even white chocolate chips. You can also add nuts or dried fruit along with the chocolate.
Yes, substitute the regular flour with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend. Ensure the blend contains xanthan gum for proper binding. The result will be a more delicate cookie.
Make sure the dough is well-chilled before rolling it out and cut out your cookie shapes. Additionally, ensure your oven temperature is accurate; an oven that's too hot can cause the cookies to spread. Don't grease the baking sheet!
Yes, you can easily halve the recipe by using half of each ingredient. This is a great way to make a smaller batch if you don't need as many cookies.

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