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Freshly baked chocolate hazelnut shortbread cookies on a plate

Chocolate Hazelnut Shortbread Cookies

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A perfect blend of buttery goodness and nutty flavors, these Chocolate Hazelnut Shortbread Cookies are ideal for cozy snacks or holiday gatherings.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup toasted hazelnuts, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Chocolate for drizzling or dipping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until fluffy and smooth.
  3. Stir in the all-purpose flour, chopped toasted hazelnuts, salt, and vanilla extract until just combined.
  4. Roll the dough into small balls, flatten slightly, and place them on a lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden, then cool on a wire rack.
  6. If desired, drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled cookies.

Notes

Toast hazelnuts for enhanced flavor. Chill dough if too soft. Use parchment paper for easy removal.

  • Author: isabella-moreno
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Baking
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg