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Crispy Mint Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies with White Chocolate Drizzle

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These crispy mint chocolate chip shortbread cookies feature a light, crumbly texture with a refreshing mint flavor and a creamy white chocolate drizzle, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon mint extract
  • 2 1/4 cups (280 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (170 grams) mint chocolate chips
  • 4 ounces (115 grams) white chocolate, chopped or chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed.
  3. Mix in vanilla extract and mint extract until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and salt.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in the mint chocolate chips gently with a spatula.
  7. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll it out to about 1/4-inch (6 mm) thickness. Cut into desired shapes.
  8. Place cookies about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 18-22 minutes, rotating the sheet halfway through, until edges are golden and surface is firm.
  10. Transfer cookies to a wire rack and cool completely for at least 20 minutes.
  11. Melt white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth, or use a double boiler on low heat.
  12. Drizzle melted white chocolate over cooled cookies using a spoon or piping bag. Let set at room temperature or chill briefly.

Notes

If dough is too soft and sticky, chill in the fridge for 15 minutes before rolling. Use good quality mint extract and chocolate for best flavor. Cool cookies completely before drizzling white chocolate to prevent melting. Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to maintain crispness. Reheat softened cookies in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 3-5 minutes to refresh crispness.

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