Easy Chocolate Shortbread Cookies
Indulge in the rich, melt-in-your-mouth goodness of these chocolate shortbread cookies. Their intense chocolate flavor and delightfully crumbly texture make them an irresistible treat, perfect for any occasion. Simple to make, yet sophisticated in taste, these cookies are sure to become a new favorite.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
7 g
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Cholesterol
8 mg
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Fiber
0 g
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Protein
1 g
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Saturated Fat
2 g
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Sodium
22 mg
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Sugar
3 g
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Fat
3 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). (5 minutes)
02
Step
3 mins
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and cocoa powder until well combined. (3 minutes)
03
Step
5 mins
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)
04
Step
7 mins
Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. The dough should resemble damp sand. Be careful not to overmix. (7 minutes)
05
Step
5 mins
Press the dough firmly and evenly into a 9x13-inch baking pan. Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into 1x2-inch rectangles. (5 minutes)
06
Step
2 mins
Using a fork, prick each rectangle a few times. This will prevent the cookies from puffing up too much during baking. (2 minutes)
07
Step
25 mins
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the tops appear dry. (25 minutes)
08
Step
30 mins
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool completely in the pan before carefully lifting them out. (30 minutes)
For a richer chocolate flavor, use Dutch-processed cocoa powder.
If the dough is too dry, add a tablespoon of cold water at a time until it comes together.
Store the baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Consider adding chocolate chips or chunks for an extra decadent touch.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.0/ 5 ( 4 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
Nils Lemke
Jun 19, 2025The recipe was simple to follow, and the cookies turned out perfectly. I added a pinch of salt to the dough for extra flavor.
Jerod Cummerata
Jun 16, 2025These cookies are amazing! So easy to make and everyone loved them.
Clifford Pacocha
Jun 11, 2025My family requests these cookies all the time now. They're the perfect afternoon treat!