Chocolate-Peppermint Shortbread

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Health score
2%
Chocolate-Peppermint Shortbread
70 min.
32
127kcal

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Indulge your senses with our delightful Chocolate-Peppermint Shortbread, a dessert that perfectly marries the rich, velvety taste of bittersweet chocolate with the refreshing zing of peppermint. This popular treat is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, making it an ideal addition to any festive gathering or a cozy night in.

With a preparation time of just 70 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these scrumptious shortbread cookies that yield 32 servings, perfect for sharing with family and friends. Each bite is a harmonious blend of buttery goodness and chocolatey richness, complemented by a hint of peppermint that will leave you craving more.

The process is simple and rewarding, allowing you to create a dessert that looks as impressive as it tastes. The shortbread is baked to perfection, with edges that are just beginning to pull away from the sides, ensuring a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Topped with a smooth glaze and a sprinkle of miniature peppermint candy canes, these wedges are not only delicious but also visually stunning.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, our Chocolate-Peppermint Shortbread is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. So gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your guests with this irresistible sweet treat!

Ingredients

  • cup butter softened
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar 
  • oz baker's chocolate cooled melted
  • 0.5 teaspoon peppermint extract 
  • 2.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar 
  • tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
  • tablespoons milk 
  • tablespoons peppermint candies miniature chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 325°F. Spray 2 (9-inch) glass pie plates with cooking spray.
  2. In large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, chocolate and peppermint extract with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. On low speed, beat in flour and 1/3 cup cocoa. Divide dough in half. With lightly floured hands, press dough evenly in pie plates.
  3. Bake 22 to 24 minutes or until edges just begin to pull away from sides of pie plates. Cool in pie plates 5 minutes. Carefully cut each round into 16 wedges. Cool completely in pie plates on cooling rack, about 30 minutes.
  4. In small bowl, mix powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons cocoa and enough of the milk until glaze is smooth and thin enough to drizzle.
  5. Drizzle glaze over wedges; sprinkle with candies.

Nutrition Facts

Calories127kcal
Protein4.98%
Fat52.29%
Carbs42.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.91
Glycemic Load
7.65
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.3147826435287%

Flavonoids

Catechin
3.06mg
Epicatechin
7.4mg
Quercetin
0.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:127.03kcal
6.35%
Fat:7.84g
12.06%
Saturated Fat:2.45g
15.32%
Carbohydrates:14.42g
4.81%
Net Carbohydrates:13.14g
4.78%
Sugar:5.68g
6.32%
Cholesterol:0.06mg
0.02%
Sodium:68.43mg
2.98%
Alcohol:0.02g
100%
Alcohol %:0.1%
100%
Caffeine:5.61mg
1.87%
Protein:1.68g
3.36%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.72%
Copper:0.17mg
8.67%
Iron:1.2mg
6.64%
Vitamin A:254.5IU
5.09%
Fiber:1.27g
5.09%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.07%
Selenium:3.48µg
4.97%
Magnesium:19.83mg
4.96%
Folate:17.53µg
4.38%
Phosphorus:34.64mg
3.46%
Zinc:0.49mg
3.25%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.19%
Vitamin B3:0.6mg
2.98%
Potassium:61.06mg
1.74%
Vitamin E:0.24mg
1.61%