Emily's Famous Chocolate Shortbread Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture and mix until combined.
5. Stir in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
6. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on an ungreased baking sheet. Flatten each ball slightly with a fork.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
8. Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Shortbread cookies are a traditional Scottish dessert.
• The recipe is believed to date back to the 12th century!
• Shortbread is usually made with only three ingredients: butter, sugar, and flour.