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Dark Chocolate Orange Shortbread Cookies


  • Author: lydia
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful cookies combining rich dark chocolate with zesty orange for a perfect treat.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and orange zest; mix until just combined. Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
  4. Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, flattening each ball slightly with a fork.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until set. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Freeze for longer storage.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg
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