Coffee and Chocolate Shortbread Cookie Recipe (Free Printable Gift Tag)

Step 1

Cream butter and vanilla together, slowly stir in flour, sugar and coffee granules.

Step 2

Roll dough between sheets of parchment or wax paper until it is approximately 3/8-1/2 inch thick.

Step 3

Cut into circles using a cookie cutter or drinking glass.

Step 4

Place cookies on a parchment lined cookie sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes at 325 degree Fahrenheit until lightly browned and firm. Let shortbread cool completely.

Step 5

Place chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave proof bowl. Heat on high for 30 seconds, stir well and then heat in 10 second increments stirring well between each heating until completely melted.

Step 6

Dip half of each cookie into the chocolate and place on a wire rack until chocolate glaze is firm.

Step 7

Store cookies in an airtight container once chocolate is solid. Place sheets of wax paper or parchment paper between layers to protect the glaze.

Step 8

Add a free printable gift tag, if desired.