Description
Delightful shortbread cookies that blend rich cocoa with zesty citrus, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter, powdered sugar, and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and fresh orange zest.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips gently.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough, shape them into balls, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, flattening them slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For added flavor, try different citrus zests or add nuts and dried fruits.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg