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Chocolate Dipped Lavender Sourdough Shortbread Cookies

Indulge in the enchanting blend of buttery shortbread infused with lavender and a rich chocolate dip, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups Butter (Room Temperature) This creamy butter forms the rich base of the cookies, ensuring a soft and tender crumb.
  • 3/4 cups Organic Cane Sugar (or 1/2 Cup Allulose or Low Carb Sugar) Choosing organic cane sugar brings a natural sweetness to the cookies without overpowering the delicate lavender flavor.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (or 1 tsp. ChocZero Keto Vanilla) The warm, sweet vanilla adds depth and complements the other flavors beautifully.
  • 3 1/2 cups Organic White Flour This fine flour is essential for creating the perfect shortbread texture—light yet sturdy.
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt A touch of salt enhances all the flavors, balancing the sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Sourdough Discard Adding sourdough discard brings a subtle tangy flavor that elevates these cookies to another level.
  • 2-3 tsp Dried Lavender Flowers (or 1 Tbsp. Fresh Lavender Flowers) The aromatic lavender infuses your cookies with a delightful floral note.
Chocolate Coating
  • 8 oz Organic Dark Chocolate Chips (or Low Carb Dark Chocolate Chips) The rich chocolate coating offers a luxurious finish.
  • 1 Tbsp Coconut Oil Ensures a glossy finish to the chocolate and adds a hint of tropical flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by creaming 1 1/2 cups of room temperature butter with 3/4 cups of organic cane sugar (or 1/2 cup of your chosen low carb sugar) and 1 tsp. of vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine 3 1/2 cups of organic white flour and 1 tsp. of sea salt.
  3. Gradually add 2 cups of the flour mixture into the creamed butter and sugar mixture and combine until just incorporated.
  4. Gently fold in 1/2 cup of sourdough discard and the remaining flour mixture until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Knead the dough by hand if there are stray bits of dough in the mixing bowl.
Chilling
  1. Shape the dough into a ball and refrigerate it, covered, for at least 12 hours.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (176°C).
  2. Form the chilled dough into a log and slice into 18 equal pieces. Place the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Bake for 15-20 minutes for a lighter texture or 20-25 minutes for slightly browned edges.
  4. Cool the baked cookies completely on a baker's rack.
Chocolate Coating
  1. Melt 8 oz. of dark chocolate chips with 1 tbsp. of coconut oil in a double boiler over medium heat until smooth.
  2. Dip the lower half of each cookie into the melted chocolate and place back onto parchment paper to set.
  3. Optionally, drizzle any leftover chocolate over the top of the cookies.

Notes

Always choose high-quality butter and chocolate for the best flavor. Experiment with flavors like lemon zest or try using different herbs for variations.