Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies
These Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies combine rich, buttery flavors with sweet chocolate chips, creating a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use room temperature butter for best results.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor and aroma.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Sift slowly into the mixture.
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips Feel free to mix different types of chocolate.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the vanilla extract and stir well.
- Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing slowly until a cohesive dough forms.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Flatten each ball slightly using your palm or the bottom of a glass.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes until the edges are golden and centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
To ensure perfect cookies each time, use room temperature butter, don't overmix, and consider refrigerating the dough for 30 minutes before baking.