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Coffee Shortbread Sugar Cookies

A great gift from the kitchen, this dough may be prepared up to a week ahead and baked just before gifting!

Prep time: 10 minutes
Chill time: Several hours
Cook time: 10 to 12 minutes

INGREDIENTS

  • 170 grams chocolate chips
  • 360 grams strong white flour
  • 50 grams icing suagr
  • 3 tablespoons very finely ground San Francisco Bay Coffee
  • 227 grams butter, softened

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH for 1 minute, stirring every 15 seconds. Microwave for 10 to 15 seconds more or until chocolate is almost fully melted; stir until melted. Let cool slightly. 

2. Stir together flour, powdered sugar and coffee in a large bowl. 

3. Add chocolate and butter and mix well (using your hands works best).

4. When a smooth dough forms, divide into 2 pieces. Shape each into a 4-centimeter in diameter log and wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Chill for several hours or until firm. (May be prepared up to 1 week ahead and stored tightly covered in the refrigerator.)

5. Preheat oven to 190C/fan 170C gas 5 and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.

6. Cut cookie dough into 1/2cm-thick slices and place on prepared baking sheets. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until firm to the touch. Let cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Tip:
Dough may be easier to slice if left at room temperature for 15 minutes after refrigerating. 

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