Chocolate-Peanut Butter Shortbread Sandwich Cookies
Shortbread cookies originated in Scotland and are known for their crumbly texture and buttery flavor.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 102 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Chocolate-Peanut Butter Shortbread Sandwich Cookies
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
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In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
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Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a disk. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Roll out one disk of dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch (6mm) thickness.
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Use a round cookie cutter to cut out cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set.
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Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
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Spread melted chocolate on the bottom side of half of the cookies.
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Sandwich the remaining cookies on top, pressing gently.
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Allow the chocolate to set before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 16g25%
- Total Carbohydrate 24g8%
- Sugars 12g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
