Chocolate Orange Shortbread Cookies Recipe
Delight in these rich and buttery Chocolate Orange Shortbread Cookies that perfectly balance zesty orange notes with decadent semi-sweet chocolate chunks. With a tender crumb and crisp edges, these cookies are an irresistible treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-13 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 141 g unsalted butter, room temperature (65°F)
- 40 g granulated sugar
- 45 g powdered sugar (icing sugar)
- 25 g egg, room temperature
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp Morton’s kosher salt
- 155 g all-purpose flour
- 30 g cake flour (or substitute equal amount of all-purpose flour)
- 1 tsp cornstarch (cornflour)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 113 g (4 oz) finely chopped semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate
Instructions
- Prepare Mixing Ingredients: Add the butter, granulated sugar, powdered sugar, and orange zest to a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on medium-low speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, approximately 1 minute, being careful not to overmix.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract into the mixture. Continue mixing on medium-low speed until fully combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients and Chocolate: Add the kosher salt, cornstarch, all-purpose flour, cake flour, and finely chopped chocolate to the bowl. Mix on medium-low speed until the dough comes together evenly.
- Shape and Chill Dough: Transfer the dough onto a long piece of plastic wrap, shaping it into a 9-10 inch log. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a half sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- Slice Cookies: Remove the chilled dough log from the refrigerator and slice into 1/4 inch thick slices.
- Arrange and Bake: Place the cookie slices on the prepared pan, spacing them at least 1 inch apart. Bake for 10-13 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden brown.
- Cool: Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack and allow them to cool for at least 15 minutes. For the chocolate to fully harden, wait 45 minutes before serving.
- Store: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Using cake flour helps achieve a tender, delicate texture but you may substitute with all-purpose flour if unavailable.
- Ensure the butter and egg are at room temperature for optimal dough consistency.
- Chilling the dough log is essential to prevent spreading during baking.
- Allow cookies to cool completely to let the chocolate harden for best texture.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to retain freshness and avoid moisture.
Keywords: Chocolate Orange Cookies, Shortbread Cookies, Orange Zest Cookies, Chocolate Chunk Cookies, Holiday Cookies
