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Dark Chocolate Orange Shortbread Cookies

Irresistible Dark Chocolate Orange Shortbread Cookies Delight

Delight in these Dark Chocolate Orange Shortbread Cookies that merge rich chocolate and zesty orange in a festive treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Salted Butter softened
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar substitute with coconut sugar for a healthier option
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar switch to dark brown sugar for richer taste
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract orange extract can be used for citrus zing
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour gluten-free flour blend works well
Chocolate & Zest
  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate Chips semi-sweet chocolate is a sweeter alternative
  • zest of 1 Fresh Orange Zest add more for a stronger kick
Finishing Touches
  • 1 large Egg for egg wash, omit for vegan options
  • 1/4 cup Turbinado Sugar substitute regular sugar if necessary

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • sharp knife
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy. Blend in vanilla extract and the zest of one orange.
  2. Gradually add in the all-purpose flour while mixing on low speed. Mix until just combined, then fold in dark chocolate chips and remaining orange zest.
  3. Divide the dough into two logs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Unwrap one log, brush with egg wash, and roll in turbinado sugar.
  5. Slice dough into 1/2-inch thick cookies, place on baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden.
  6. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire cooling rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for up to a month. Reheat in the oven for 5-7 minutes at 350°F to restore texture.

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