Vegan Chocolate Dipped Shortbread Cookies
These vegan chocolate-dipped shortbread cookies offer a delightful combination of buttery, melt-in-your-mouth goodness with a rich chocolate dip.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup vegan butter softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegan dark chocolate for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream together the vegan butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add in the vanilla extract and mix.
- Gradually stir in the flour and salt until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough into small balls and flatten them onto the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
- Let the cookies cool completely on a cooling rack.
- While cooling, melt the vegan chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals.
- Dip each cooled cookie into the melted chocolate, covering half of it.
- Let the chocolate set before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 125
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
Vitamins and Minerals (% Daily Value Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 2%
- Iron: 6%
- Calcium: 1%
- Vitamin C: 0%
- Magnesium: 3%
Additional Notes & Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough for a warm, spiced twist.
- Use a high-quality dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
- Want to make these even fancier? Add a sprinkle of sea salt on the chocolate-dipped part.
- These freeze well! Make a double batch for later indulgence.
- Serve them with a cup of tea for the full experience.