Delicious and golden cookies inspired by the Olympic gold medal

Get into the spirit of the Olympics with these mouthwatering Olympic Gold Medal Cookies. These sweet treats are not only visually stunning with their golden appearance, but they are also irresistibly delicious. The combination of buttery shortbread, rich chocolate, and a touch of edible gold dust creates a winning flavor combination. Whether you're hosting an Olympic-themed party or just want to celebrate the games, these cookies are a guaranteed gold.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 6 ounces semisweet or dark chocolate, melted
• Edible gold dust or gold sprinkles

Directions

1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the flour, salt, and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix until combined and a dough forms.
3. Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a disc. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
5. Remove one disc of dough from the refrigerator and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
6. Use a round cookie cutter to cut out cookies and place them onto the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Repeat the rolling, cutting, and baking process with the remaining dough.
10. Once the cookies have cooled, spread a thin layer of melted chocolate on the bottom side of each cookie.
11. Sprinkle the melted chocolate with edible gold dust or gold sprinkles, creating a golden medal effect.
12. Allow the chocolate to set completely before serving.

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