Perfect Chocolate Dipped Shortbread Hearts
Buttery shortbread cookies dipped in silky semi-sweet chocolate, shaped like hearts. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion, these cookies offer a nostalgic, comforting treat with a crisp yet tender texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- 1 tsp coconut oil or vegetable oil
- Optional decorations: sprinkles, crushed nuts, edible glitter, white chocolate for drizzling
Instructions
- Cream the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Mix in vanilla extract and salt until combined.
- Gradually add flour, mixing on low speed or folding gently until dough comes together but remains soft. Avoid overmixing.
- Shape dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch (6mm) thickness.
- Cut out heart shapes using cookie cutters and place 1 inch apart on baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Transfer cookies to a cooling rack and cool completely, about 20-30 minutes.
- Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in a double boiler or microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Dip half of each cookie into melted chocolate, letting excess drip off. Place on parchment-lined tray.
- Add optional decorations immediately if desired.
- Allow chocolate to set at room temperature or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes for faster setting.
Notes
Chilling the dough is essential to prevent spreading. Avoid overbaking to keep cookies tender. Warm chocolate gently to avoid burning and add coconut oil to thin chocolate for smooth dipping. Work quickly when dipping to prevent chocolate from thickening.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Protein: 1
Keywords: shortbread, chocolate dipped cookies, heart shaped cookies, easy dessert, holiday cookies, buttery cookies, chocolate treats