There is such a variety of treats in the world, and I believe I have tried my share of them. However, that won’t stop me from trying more! I love seeing what other bakers can come up with, and I consider it an art. I believe that different occasions and moods call for different treats. Sometimes a girl just needs some chocolate to satisfy those mood swings. Other times, one might need a warm baked good to warm the soul. On a hot summer night, you just might need a bowl of ice cream to cool down.
Over the years I have learned some things about myself, and what kinds of goodies I turn to in “times of need”. I have learned that when I am feeling a little blue and/or very stressed, there is a particular cookie that I like to turn to: Chocolate Dipped Shortbread Cookies. These cookies are perfect for these kinds of moods because I am getting baked buttery goodness, but I also get a chocolate fix.
The key ingredient to getting shortbread cookies to turn out properly is to use unsalted butter. I picked up a couple of pounds of Land O’ Lakes unsalted butter at Walmart because with the holidays coming up I just know I will put them to good use. I’m talking pies, crisps, more cookies…. For some of my recipes I really do prefer salted butter, but not for a shortbread. For these cookies you just need a few basic ingredients. The pizzazz comes by dipping said cookies into a glossy melted semisweet chocolate.
To get the Chocolate Dipped Shortbread Cookies you will make a basic dough containing just 5 ingredients; mainly comprised of lots of butter!
After the dough is made, I recommend snatching a few bites before shaping it into a log. Wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 25 minutes. When the dough has chilled cut into 1/2″ thick slices. If you want a scalloped edge, or want them to be completely circular then now is the time to shape them with a cookie cutter. Place cookie cutter over each circle and carefully press dough into crevices of cutter, to fill it in completely.
Placed unbaked cookies on a Parchment lined cookie sheet and bake!
After cookies are finished baking, wait for them to cool and have fun dipping them in melted chocolate! Nom, nom, nom! You can find the complete recipe below.
If you’d like more baking inspiration, check out Land O’ Lakes Holiday Gift giving Brochure, and the #HolidayButter hashtag on Twitter.
I am so going to make these. This is my favorite cookie and I have never made them before! My mouth is watering right now!!
This is a great idea, plus you could a variety of colors for the chocolate ‘dipped’ part, perfect for parties! #client
Excited to try these today! I saw the Cutco spatula spreader, so I know I can trust your taste. 😉
lol – LOVE that tool!
What if u don’t have a paddle, can u use a regular mixer?
A regular mixer is fine, but just realize the dough will be thick. The wire whisk attachment is typically for more of a runny batter like cake batter.