Dark Chocolate Orange Shortbread Cookies
Indulge in the delightful fusion of rich dark chocolate and zesty orange with these Dark Chocolate Orange Shortbread Cookies. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies boast a buttery shortbread base that melts in your mouth, complemented by vibrant orange zest and luscious dark chocolate chips. Whether you’re hosting a gathering, enjoying afternoon tea, or simply treating yourself to a sweet snack, these cookies will surely impress. Simple to prepare and customizable, they can be easily adjusted to suit your taste preferences. Package them in decorative tins for thoughtful gifts or serve them warm with your favorite beverage for a comforting treat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 16 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) salted butter, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or orange extract)
- 2 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons fresh orange zest
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Turbinado sugar for rolling
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add flour while mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Fold in dark chocolate chips and orange zest using a rubber spatula.
- Divide dough into two logs, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush chilled dough with egg wash and coat in turbinado sugar.
- Slice dough into half-inch thick cookies and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg