Mint Chocolate Scottish Shortbread
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
There's something magical about combining Scottish shortbread tradition with bright mint and rich chocolate, and I'm thrilled to share this recipe with you. The beauty of this treat is how quickly it comes together in just 45 minutes total, making it perfect for unexpected guests or last minute cravings. Dark chocolate brings wonderful antioxidants to the table, while the fresh peppermint extract adds a delightful cooling contrast that keeps you coming back for more. Best of all, you likely have most of these simple ingredients already in your pantry, so there's no need for a special shopping trip.
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Ingredients
- 300 gunsalted butter
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 100 gconfectioner\u2019s sugar
- 200 gdark chocolate
- 10 mLpeppermint extract
- 10 gsalt
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 50 mLunsalted milk
- 20 gdried mint leaves
- 50 gsifted confectioner\u2019s sugar
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180\u00b0C (350\u00b0F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: Optional: dust the parchment paper with confectioner\u2019s sugar for a pretty finish.
- 2
Cream the butter and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for best results.
- 3
Add the confectioner\u2019s sugar, dark chocolate, and peppermint extract to the mixing bowl.
Tip: Melt the chocolate if necessary.
- 4
Mix until well combined and a dough forms.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 5
Gradually add the flour to the mixing bowl.
Tip: Mix until the dough comes together in a ball.
- 6
Add the unsalted milk and mix until the dough is smooth and pliable.
Tip: If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk.
- 7
Add the sifted confectioner\u2019s sugar and mix until combined.
Tip: Make sure the dough is smooth and even.
- 8
Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 5mm (1/4 inch).
Tip: Cut into desired shapes.
- 9
Place the shortbread on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes.
Tip: Check for doneness after 15 minutes.
- 10
Remove the shortbread from the oven and let cool completely.
Tip: Allow the shortbread to set before cutting into slices.
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