Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies
Craving something sweet? Try these Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies. Buttery, crispy, and studded with rich chocolate, they are the ultimate treat for any cookie lover. Perfect for sharing or indulging alone, these cookies are a must-make.
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Mixing Bowl
- Chef's Knife
- Baking Sheet
- Oven
Ingredients
- ½ cup Unsalted Butter
- ¾ cup Granulated Sugar
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 large Egg
- 1½ cups All-Purpose Flour
- ¾ cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add ½ cup room temperature unsalted butter, ¾ cup granulated sugar, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Beat together until combined.
- Add in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 large egg. Mix to combine.
- Stir in 1½ cups all-purpose flour. Press the dough together with your hands. Fold in ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Lay a piece of plastic wrap on the counter. Place the cookie dough on the plastic wrap. Using the plastic wrap, roll the dough into a long round shape.
- Roll it against the counter to get the dough compact and round. Make sure the cookie dough is completely wrapped in the plastic wrap and place in the fridge to chill for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Remove the cookie dough from the refrigerator and remove the plastic wrap. Using a large knife, slice the cookie dough into ½ inch rounds.
- Place the rounds onto the prepared baking sheet. Press the edges of the cookies in to smooth out from cutting.
- Bake the cookies for about 12-14 minutes until cooked through. They will not spread much or rise.
- Allow cookies to cool, then drizzle with additional melted chocolate as desired. Store in sealed containers at room temperature.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in a sealed container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Freezing: Cookie dough can be frozen before baking. Just thaw in the refrigerator and slice before baking.
- Pairing: These cookies are perfect with coffee or milk.
- Variations: Add nuts or different types of chocolate for a unique twist.