Chocolate Peppermint Shortbread Wedges

Buttery, tender shortbread wedges infused with cool peppermint and drizzled with rich chocolate. This festive treat is perfect for the holidays and makes any dessert table extra special.

I always make these shortbread wedges as part of our holiday baking traditions. Whenever I bring them to gatherings, friends always ask for the recipe because the chocolate and peppermint combo is irresistible.

Ingredients

• Unsalted butter (softened): 1 cup (225 g)
• Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100 g)
• Peppermint extract: 1/2 teaspoon
• All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250 g)
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
• Semi-sweet chocolate (chopped): 3 oz (85 g)
• Coconut oil or vegetable oil: 1 teaspoon
• Crushed peppermint candies or candy canes: 2 tablespoons

Instructions

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Prepare the pan:

Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Cream butter and sugar:

In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the peppermint extract.

Make the dough:

Add flour and salt, mixing until combined and a soft dough forms.

Shape and prick:

Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Use a fork to prick evenly over the surface.

Bake and cool:

Bake for 23–25 minutes, or until lightly golden at the edges. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

Cut wedges:

While still warm, cut into 8 wedges using a sharp knife. Let cool completely in the pan.

Prepare chocolate topping:

Melt chocolate and oil together in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second bursts, stirring until smooth.

Drizzle and decorate:

Drizzle melted chocolate over cooled shortbread wedges and sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies.

Let set:

Let set until chocolate is firm before serving.

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Our family loves sharing these wedges together while decorating the tree. They are the first treat gone from the cookie tin every year.

Required Tools

Large mixing bowl, hand mixer or stand mixer, 9-inch round cake pan, parchment paper, microwave-safe bowl, and sharp knife.

Allergen Information

Contains wheat (gluten), dairy, possibly soy (in chocolate). May contain traces of nuts and other allergens, so check ingredient labels for specifics.

Nutritional Information

Each serving contains approximately 330 calories, 20 g fat, 35 g carbohydrates, and 3 g protein.

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Enjoy these chocolate peppermint shortbread wedges with hot cocoa or give them as homemade gifts. Their festive look always brightens holiday celebrations.