Shortbread cookies in chocolate glaze

4 servings

60 minutes

Chocolate-glazed sand cookies are a true embodiment of exquisite simplicity. Its roots trace back to European cuisine, where the delicate combination of crispy dough and velvety glaze captivates gourmets' hearts. This treat features a tender, crumbly texture thanks to butter and egg yolks, while dark chocolate adds a rich, intense flavor with a hint of bitterness. Perfect for cozy tea times and festive occasions. Each golden cookie covered in flowing chocolate is a harmony of taste and elegance that awakens pleasant memories.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 838.3
• Proteins: 8g
• Fats: 55g
• Carbohydrates: 78.3g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 250 g
• Butter: 230 g
• Egg yolk: 2 pc
• Sugar: 100 g
• Dark chocolate: 50 g

Cooking steps

1. Mix the yolks with softened butter (180 g), salt, and sugar. Gradually add flour and knead the dough. Then refrigerate it for 20-30 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Egg yolk: 2 pieces
   • Butter: 230 g
   • Sugar: 100 g
   • Wheat flour: 250 g

2. On a floured table, roll out the dough to a thickness of about 5 mm and cut out cookies in any shape.

3. Bake the cookies in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for about 15 minutes, until golden brown.

4. Melt 50 g of dark chocolate and 50 g of butter in a water bath. Drizzle over the cooled cookies in a thin stream.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dark chocolate: 50 g
   • Butter: 230 g