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Dark Chocolate Orange Shortbread Cookies


  • Author: hannah-belssy
  • Total Time: 27
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful cookies that balance rich dark chocolate with zesty orange, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla and orange zest.
  3. Gradually mix in flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined. Fold in dark chocolate chips.
  4. Roll the dough into balls, flatten on a lined baking sheet, and bake for 10-12 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week, or freeze for up to three months.

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

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1.5g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg
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