Sweet Chocolate Chip and Toffee Shortbread Cookies Recipe

Introduction

These Sweet Chocolate Chip and Toffee Shortbread Cookies combine buttery richness with delightful bursts of chocolate and toffee. Perfectly crisp and easy to make, they’re an irresistible treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 cup salted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup mini chocolate morsels
• 1/2 cup toffee pieces

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. Step 2: Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, cream together the softened butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and mix until smooth. Reduce speed to low, gradually add flour, and mix just until a soft dough forms. Fold in the chocolate morsels and toffee pieces evenly with a spatula.
3. Step 3: Scoop about a spoonful of dough and roll into 1-inch balls. Place them onto the prepared baking sheet about one inch apart. Lightly press down on each ball to flatten slightly. Chill for 5-10 minutes if the kitchen is warm to help the cookies keep their shape.
4. Step 4: Bake at 350°F for 12-14 minutes, until cookies are firm to the touch and edges turn golden. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack. Repeat with remaining dough, ensuring the baking sheet cools between batches.
5. Step 5: Once cooled completely, store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.

Tips & Variations

• For extra crispness, chill the dough before baking and use parchment paper to prevent sticking.
• Try substituting toffee pieces with chopped nuts for a different texture.
• Use dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips depending on your preferred sweetness level.

Storage

Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to keep them fresh and maintain their texture. Reheat gently in a warm oven for a few minutes if you prefer them slightly warm before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use unsalted butter instead of salted butter?

Yes, you can use unsalted butter; just add a pinch of salt to the dough to balance the sweetness.

Can I freeze these cookies?

Yes, you can freeze baked cookies in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

Sweet Chocolate Chip and Toffee Shortbread Cookies Recipe

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Delight in the perfect balance of buttery shortbread, sweet chocolate chips, and crunchy toffee pieces with these Sweet Chocolate Chip and Toffee Shortbread Cookies. Soft yet crisp, these cookies are simple to make and ideal for any occasion, providing a rich, buttery flavor with the irresistible sweetness of chocolate and toffee in every bite.

• Author: Nora
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 14 minutes
• Total Time: 29 minutes
• Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough Ingredients

• 1 cup salted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup mini chocolate morsels
• 1/2 cup toffee pieces

Instructions

1. Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside, ready for shaping the cookies later.
2. Make the Cookie Dough: Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, cream together the softened salted butter and confectioners’ sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and continue beating until smooth. Then, turn the mixer to low and gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing just until a soft dough forms. Finally, fold in the mini chocolate morsels and toffee pieces with a spatula so they are evenly distributed.
3. Shape and Arrange the Cookies: Scoop about a spoonful of dough using your hands and roll into 1-inch balls. Place each dough ball onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about one inch apart. Lightly press down on each ball to slightly flatten the tops, ensuring even baking. Optionally chill the dough for 5-10 minutes if your kitchen is warm to help the cookies maintain their shape.
4. Bake and Cool the Cookies: Bake the cookies at 350°F for 12-14 minutes, or until they are firm to the touch and just turning golden around the edges. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them carefully to a cooling rack to cool completely. Repeat baking with the remaining dough, making sure your baking sheets are fully cooled between batches.
5. Store the Cookies: Once completely cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to retain freshness and texture.

Notes

• Chilling the dough before baking helps prevent cookies from spreading too much and maintains their shape well.
• If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the amount of toffee pieces or chocolate morsels slightly.
• Ensure the baking sheet is fully cooled between batches to avoid premature melting and spreading of cookies.
• Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy removal and cleanup.
• These cookies pair wonderfully with a glass of cold milk or hot coffee.

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