Description
Savor the rich taste of chocolate dipped strawberry shortbread cookies A delicious treat for any occasion perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth
1 cup unsalted butter, softened¾ cup powdered sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour¼ teaspoon salt1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional)Chopped nuts or sprinkles (optional)Different kinds of chocolate (optional)Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).In a large mixing bowl, combine your softened butter and powdered sugar. Beat them together until fluffy.Stir in the vanilla extract.In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually mix this dry mixture into the wet, avoiding overmixing.Gently fold in the sliced strawberries.Roll the dough into balls about an inch in diameter and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, flattening each ball slightly.Bake for 15-20 minutes until the edges are slightly golden.Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.Melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth.Dip the bottom half of each cookie into the melted chocolate.Sprinkle toppings as desired before the chocolate sets.Allow the chocolate to harden at room temperature or refrigerate for a quicker fix. Notes
Delightful cookies combining soft shortbread with fresh strawberries and a rich chocolate coating. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy afternoons.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 20 cookies
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
