Shortbread cookies with chocolate

Cookinero 1 Apr 2025

Delicate shortbread cookies with chocolate chips are easy to make and disappear in minutes! Thanks to the glaze of melted chocolate, the cookies will look elegant and will come in handy when guests drop in for tea. Be sure to try to please your friends and family with a chocolate treat.

How to cook Shortbread cookies with chocolate

Step 1

Shortbread cookies with chocolate

Beat powdered sugar and room temperature butter with a mixer until light and creamy. Add vanilla sugar.

Step 2

Shortbread cookies with chocolate

Add sifted flour to the butter, mix gently with a spatula or at low speed of the mixer.

Step 3

Shortbread cookies with chocolate

Add chocolate to the dough and stir it with a spatula.

Step 4

Shortbread cookies with chocolate

Divide the dough in half, roll each part into a sausage, wrap in cling film and refrigerate for 1 hour.

Step 5

Line baking trays with baking paper and preheat oven to 180 degrees.

Step 6

Shortbread cookies with chocolate

Cut the dough into circles up to 8 mm thick, place on baking sheets. Bake the cookies for 7 minutes on one side, then 5-8 minutes on the other side. The cookies should harden slightly, but remain light.

Step 7

Cool the cookies on the baking sheet, transfer to a plate.

Step 8

Shortbread cookies with chocolate

Melt the chocolate for decoration in a water bath. Dip one side of the cooled cookies into the melted chocolate and place them on a wire rack until the chocolate has completely hardened.

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

Yes, but powdered sugar creates a smoother texture. If using granulated sugar, blend it finely first or expect a slightly grainier cookie.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months in a sealed bag.
Absolutely! Substitute the flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend. Ensure your chocolate is gluten-free too.
For the dough, use chocolate chips or chopped semi-sweet chocolate. For decoration, high-quality melting chocolate or dark chocolate works best for dipping.
Chilling is essential for easy handling and texture. Skipping it may cause spreading during baking. For faster chilling, freeze for 30 minutes.
Use plant-based butter and dairy-free chocolate. Ensure all other ingredients, like vanilla sugar, are vegan-friendly.
Yes! Fold in 1/2 cup of chopped nuts, dried fruit, or toffee bits along with the chocolate for extra flavor and texture.
This usually happens if the butter was too soft or the dough wasn’t chilled enough. Ensure proper chilling and avoid overmixing.
Shortbread is traditionally pre-shaped before baking, as it becomes too crumbly to cut post-baking. Stick to pre-cutting for best results.
They should be lightly golden at the edges but still pale in the center. They firm up while cooling, so avoid overbaking.

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