Description
Buttery orange-infused shortbread cookies dipped in rich chocolate, combining bright citrus flavor with smooth decadence for an elegant treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and powdered sugar until light and smooth.
- Mix in vanilla extract and orange zest.
- Add flour and salt, mixing just until a soft dough forms.
- Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into desired shapes.
- Place cookies on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are just lightly golden.
- Cool cookies completely on a wire rack.
- Melt chocolate gently over a double boiler or microwave.
- Dip half of each cookie into melted chocolate.
- Place dipped cookies on parchment and allow chocolate to set.
Notes
- Chill dough briefly if it becomes too soft.
- Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor.
- Cookies store well in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European