Chocolate Dipped Shortbread Recipe

Name: Chocolate Dipped Shortbread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cookies; 2 cups butter; 1 cup powdered sugar; 4 teaspoons vanilla; 5 cups flour; 1/2 cup mini chocolate chip (optional); 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (optional); 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional); Chocolate dip; 1 -2 tablespoon shortening; 1/2 cup chocolate chips; candy, of your choice

Servings: persons

Cookies
2 cups butter
1 cup powdered sugar
4 teaspoons vanilla
5 cups flour
1/2 cup mini chocolate chip (optional)
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Chocolate dip
1 -2 tablespoon shortening
1/2 cup chocolate chips
candy, of your choice

1
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar. Add vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg (if using). Mix in mini chocolate chips, if using. MAKE SURE TO MIX THOROUGHLY!
2
Place dough in a large piece of plastic wrap. Shape dough into a log about 3 inches wide and 3/4 inches tall. Cover with the wrap and refrigerate for 3 hours.
3
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. take dough out of the fridge and remove the plastic wrap. Cut the dough into 1/4 inch thick slices and place 1 inch apart on UNGREASED cookie sheets. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until just slightly browned. DO NOT overcook! Remove from cookie sheets to wax paper to cool completely.
4
In a small saucepan, melt chocolate and shortening until smooth, stirring constantly. Dip cookies in halfway and shake extra chocolate off. Then dip chocolate part of cookie into topping of your choice, such as chopped nuts, sprinkles, crushed candy bars, or small candies. Let dry. Repeat with all cookies, stirring chocolate occasionally to keep smooth. You may have to melt some more chocolate. After all cookies have dried, keep in an airtight container with wax paper between each layer of cookie.

1771

kcal

Calories

109

Fat

177

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cookies, 2 cups butter, 1 cup powdered sugar, 4 teaspoons vanilla, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Dipped Shortbread falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Chocolate Dipped Shortbread

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