Chocolate-dipped traditional scottish shortbread
Indulge in the delightful combination of rich, buttery traditional Scottish shortbread dipped in luscious dark chocolate. This easy-to-follow recipe uses simple ingredients like all-purpose wheat flour, creamy butter, and a touch of vanilla extract for added flavor. Perfect for sharing or enjoying as a treat with your favorite tea or coffee.
- 03 Jun 2024
- Cook time 15 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 8 Servings
- 4 Ingredients
Delight in the rich, buttery flavor of a traditional Scottish shortbread, elevated with a luscious dark chocolate dip. This classic treat brings a touch of elegance to any occasion, blending simple ingredients to create a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Perfect for tea time, gifting, or just indulging your sweet tooth, these shortbreads are sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until it’s creamy and smooth. This can be done using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
- Pour in the vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the flour to the butter mixture, mixing at a low speed to avoid flour flying everywhere. Continue until the dough starts to come together and is crumbly yet cohesive.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Use your hands to bring the dough together, ensuring it smooths out. If the dough is too crumbly, you can add a small amount of water (about 1 tablespoon) to help it bind.
- Roll the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness. You can use a rolling pin for an even surface. Use a cookie cutter or a knife to cut the dough into desired shapes or traditional rectangular shortbread fingers.
- Place the shaped dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small gap between each piece. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until they are lightly golden around the edges.
- Remove the shortbread from the oven and allow it to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the shortbread cools, break the dark chocolate into small pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl. Melt the chocolate using a double boiler method or in the microwave in 20-second increments, stirring between each interval until smooth and fully melted.
- Once the shortbread cookies are completely cool, dip each piece halfway into the melted chocolate. Let any excess chocolate drip off, then place the dipped cookies onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature. If you need to speed up the process, you can place the dipped shortbread in the refrigerator for a few minutes.
- Your chocolate-dipped traditional Scottish shortbread is now ready to be enjoyed! Store any leftovers in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
Tips:
- Make sure your butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor.
- After dipping in chocolate, let the shortbread set on a parchment-lined baking sheet to avoid sticking.
- Cut the shortbread into uniform shapes for even baking.
With these chocolate-dipped Scottish shortbreads, you've mastered a timeless classic with a modern twist. Their buttery texture and rich chocolate coating make them irresistible. Enjoy the fruits of your labor with a cup of tea or coffee, sharing with loved ones or savoring the moment just for yourself. Happy baking!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 90 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 350kcal | 14% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 7g | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 40g | 11% |
| Fiber 3.54g | 9% |
| Sugar 6g | 6% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 33g | 38% |
| Saturated 13g | 42% |
| Cholesterol 66mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 210ug | 23% |
| Choline 9mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 0.12mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 0.00mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 0.62mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 0.03mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B9 10ug | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 0.00mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E 0.02mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K 2.04ug | 2% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 14mg | 1% |
| Copper, Cu 0.08mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 3.07mg | 28% |
| Magnesium, Mg 66mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus, P 60mg | 5% |
| Potassium, K 66mg | 2% |
| Selenium, Se 8ug | 14% |
| Sodium, Na 3.56mg | 0% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.47mg | 4% |
| Water | |
| Water 10g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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