Chocolate Chip Coffee Shortbread Cookies

Indulge in the rich flavors of chocolate and coffee with these delightful shortbread cookies. The subtle hint of coffee perfectly complements the sweetness of mini chocolate chips, creating a treat that's perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy

Dissolve the instant coffee granules in the vanilla extract and add it to the butter-sugar mixture

Mix well

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a crumbly dough forms

Fold in the mini chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the dough

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently until it comes together

Shape the dough into a log about 2 inches in diameter

Wrap the log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour

Preheat the oven to 325F 160C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper

Slice the chilled dough log into rounds about 1/4 inch thick and place them on the prepared baking sheet

Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely

Once cooled, the chocolate chip coffee shortbread cookies are ready to enjoy!