Description
Delicious chocolate orange shortbread cookies with a rich flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together.
- Add the orange zest and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture.
- Form the dough into a log and chill for 30 minutes.
- Slice the log into rounds and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until set.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container.
- Use fresh orange zest for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: chocolate orange shortbread cookies