Recipe: Chocolate Shortbread

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add in the cocoa powder and mix until combined.
4. Add the flour and salt and mix until just combined.
5. Gather the dough and shape into a disk. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
6. On a floured surface, roll out the dough until it is about 1/4 inch thick.
7. Cut the dough into desired shapes (such as hearts or rectangles).
8. Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving about an inch between them.
9. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once the cookies are cooled, you can drizzle melted chocolate over them for extra chocolate flavor (optional).

Verdict:

This chocolate shortbread is a delicious treat that will satisfy any chocolate lover’s craving. The combination of butter, sugar, cocoa and flour results in a rich, crumbly, and melt-in-your-mouth texture. This recipe is perfect for any time of the year and can be shaped into any shape to suit the occasion.

Serving Suggestions:

These cookies are perfect for serving with a cup of hot cocoa or coffee. They can also be used as a base for desserts like a Chocolate shortbread crust for a Chocolate tart.