Best 2 Double Chocolate Shortbread Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures presented by our double chocolate shortbread cookies. These exquisite treats are a harmonious blend of rich chocolate and buttery shortbread, resulting in a taste sensation that will tantalize your palate. With two variations to choose from, our classic double chocolate shortbread offers a timeless indulgence, while our orange-infused version adds a burst of citrusy freshness that perfectly complements the chocolate's richness. Both recipes are crafted with a combination of simple ingredients and straightforward steps, ensuring that every bite is a testament to the magic of homemade baking.

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DOUBLE CHOCOLATE SHORTBREAD



Double Chocolate Shortbread image

Delicious, buttery shortbread drizzled with two different chocolate ganaches--a decadent and rich dessert that is also easy to make.

Provided by CORINTHE

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Butter Cookie Recipes     Shortbread Cookie Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup butter, softened
¾ cup confectioners' sugar
1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
½ cup dark chocolate chips
4 tablespoons heavy cream
½ cup white chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Combine butter, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla bean halves in a bowl. Beat on low speed until smooth. Gradually mix in sifted flour until incorporated and dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl. Do not overmix. Press dough evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until pale golden, about 18 minutes. Allow to cool for 10 to 12 minutes.
  • While shortbread is cooling, preparing chocolate ganaches. Combine dark chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons cream in a small saucepan over low heat; cook and stir until melted and smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. Repeat with white chocolate chips and remaining cream in a second saucepan. Be careful that the chocolate does not scorch.
  • Drizzle both ganaches liberally over the shortbread using 2 spoons. Allow chocolate to cool and set, about 10 minutes. Cut shortbread into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.3 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 24.5 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 6.4 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

DOUBLE CHOCOLATE-GINGER SHORTBREAD



Double Chocolate-Ginger Shortbread image

Provided by Ming Tsai

Yield Makes 20 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup turbinado or other granulated sugar
1/4 cup extra-brut cocoa* or regular unsweetened cocoa
1 tablespoon peeled and grated fresh ginger
1/4 cup minced candied ginger
3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips, or bittersweet chocolate chopped into small chunks
1 chilled log of butter shortbread cookie dough
*Extra-Brut cocoa, a specialty cocoa available at gourmet shops and baking supplies stores, makes extra-dark, extra-rich cakes, cookies, and more. If you can't find it, use any Dutch process cocoa.

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. On a large plate, combine the sugar, cocoa, gingers, and chocolate and mix. Set aside.
  • 2. Cut the log into twenty 1/2-inch rounds. Firmly press one cut surface of each round into the cocoa mixture and arrange the rounds 2 inches apart on all sides on a parchment-lined or nonstick cookie sheet or sheets.
  • 3. Bake until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the cookies with a spatula and cool on a wire rack.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate. The quality of the chocolate you use will greatly affect the taste of your shortbread. Look for chocolate with a high cocoa content (70% or higher) and a rich, dark flavor.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the dough tough and dry. Mix just until the ingredients are combined and then stop.
  • Chill the dough before baking. Chilling the dough will help it to keep its shape and prevent it from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Bake the shortbread until it is just set. Overbaking will make the shortbread dry and crumbly. Bake it just until the edges are golden brown and the center is still slightly soft.
  • Let the shortbread cool completely before cutting it. This will help to prevent it from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Double chocolate shortbread is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat to make, give this double chocolate shortbread recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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