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Batch of chocolate orange shortbread cookies dipped in dark chocolate on a cooling rack.

Chocolate Orange Shortbread Cookies

Buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread cookies infused with fresh orange zest and dipped in rich dark chocolate.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 32 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons fresh orange zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 oz (115g) dark chocolate, chopped
1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional, for thinning chocolate)

Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
Step 2: Stir in the orange zest and salt until well combined.
Step 3: Gradually add the flour, mixing just until a soft dough forms.
Step 4: Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Step 5: Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 6: Roll out dough to 1/4 inch thickness and cut into shapes. Place on the baking sheet.
Step 7: Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are very lightly golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 8: Melt the dark chocolate (and coconut oil if using) in a microwave-safe bowl. Dip half of each cooled cookie into the chocolate and place on parchment paper to set.

Notes

Ensure your butter is high-quality for the best flavor. Do not overbake; shortbread should remain pale.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Baked Goods
  • Cuisine: British

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 145 kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1.5g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: shortbread, orange, chocolate, cookies, baking, dessert

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