Chocolate Shortbread Cookies
- MAKES
- 30 (about 2 1/2 dozen)
- COOK TIME
- 45 Min
If you're looking for shortbread cookie recipes that are simple and delicious, look no further than our Chocolate Shortbread Cookies. They're great without any fancy add-ins or decorations!
What You'll Need
- 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
What to Do
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Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
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In a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed, beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add flour and cocoa and continue beating until dough holds together. Form dough into 1-1/2-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet; press flat with the palm of your hand.
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Bake 30 to 35 minutes, or until edges of cookies are firm.
Notes
Love this easy cookie recipe? Be sure to check out the rest of the holiday cookies we've featured in our 2014 Christmas Cookie Countdown!