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Sweet Chocolate Chip and Toffee Shortbread Cookies

Sweet Chocolate Chip and Toffee Shortbread Cookies Bliss

These Sweet Chocolate Chip and Toffee Shortbread Cookies transform ordinary moments into sweet memories, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Use high-quality, room temperature butter for the best flavor and texture.
  • 1/2 cup Confectioners’ Sugar This sweet ingredient gives the cookies their tender crumb and melt-in-your-mouth quality.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances the cookie's flavor, or substitute with almond extract for a unique twist.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides body; can be swapped with gluten-free flour on a 1:1 basis for a gluten-free treat.
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Mini Chocolate Morsels Adds delightful chocolatey richness; feel free to use chocolate chunks for a different texture.
  • 1 cup Toffee Pieces Introduces an enjoyable crunch and caramel flavor; butterscotch chips can serve as a tasty substitute.

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the softened salted butter and confectioners’ sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Pour in the vanilla extract and continue mixing until smooth and fully incorporated.
  4. Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the butter mixture with the mixer on low speed until a soft dough forms, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Fold in the mini chocolate morsels and toffee pieces until evenly distributed.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet. Gently flatten each ball slightly.
  7. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until the edges turn a light golden brown. Keep a close eye after 10 minutes.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Proper butter temperature is key for making tender cookies. Don’t overmix the dough after adding flour to prevent tough cookies. Chill dough if necessary to maintain shape while baking. Cookies are best enjoyed fresh.

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