Chocolate-Dipped Almond Shortbread Cookies

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Buttery almond shortbread cookies dipped in smooth dark chocolate, combining crisp texture and rich flavor in every bite. This French recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, layers unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and all-purpose flour into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 24, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 20 min Serves 24 French cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter and 3/4 cup powdered sugar on medium speed until creamy and pale, about 3 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Mix in 1 tsp vanilla extract.
  4. Step 4: Gradually add 2 cups all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup almond flour, mixing on low speed until the dough forms and is just combined.
  5. Step 5: Roll the dough into 1-inch diameter logs, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Slice the dough into 1/4-inch thick rounds and place them 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Step 7: Bake for 18-20 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Step 8: Remove from oven and cool completely on wire racks.
  9. Step 9: Melt 1 cup dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  10. Step 10: Dip half of each cooled cookie into the melted chocolate and place on parchment paper to set for at least 1 hour before serving.

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