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Chocolate Walnut Shortbread Cookies

Delightful cookies with a crispy edge and a buttery, crumbly center, featuring rich chocolate flavor and crunchy walnuts.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature for best texture.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 cup walnuts, chopped Can substitute with pecans or chocolate chips.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Gradually add the powdered sugar and blend until light and fluffy.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the butter-sugar blend until just combined.
  7. Gently fold in the chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
  8. Roll the dough into balls and flatten them slightly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the edges are slightly firm.
  10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to two months.