Chocolate Orange Shortbread Cookies: The Best Indulgent Treat
Deliciously buttery shortbread cookies infused with the zesty flavor of chocolate and orange.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon orange extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- zest of 1 orange
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the flour, cocoa powder, orange extract, and salt, mixing until combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and orange zest.
- Roll the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Flatten each ball slightly with your hand.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are firm.
- Allow to cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- For a more intense orange flavor, add additional zest.
- These cookies pair well with coffee or tea.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Chocolate, Orange, Shortbread, Cookies, Dessert