Ingredients

1 cup butter , softened ( do not use margarine )
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
2 -3 Toblerone chocolate bars
If you're a fan of buttery shortbread and melt-in-your-mouth chocolate, then these Toblerone shortbread cookies will be your new favourite dessert. The combination of these two simple ingredients creates an indulgent treat that is perfect for afternoon tea or to enjoy as an after-dinner snack. The recipe is also very versatile and easy to customise by adding additional mix-ins like nuts or dried fruit for added texture and flavour.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
2.Using a stand mixer or electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3.Add the flour and cornstarch gradually, mixing until a soft dough forms.
4.Roughly chop up the Toblerone bars and stir it in the dough.
5.Form the dough into a disk and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
6.Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/2-inch thickness. Use a cookie cutter to cut out desired shapes.
7.Place the cookies onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
8.Allow cookies to cool on a tray for 10 minutes before transferring onto a wire rack to cool completely. Serve and enjoy!

PROS

The Toblerone chunks make these cookies a decadent treat for chocolate lovers.
The buttery shortbread base is crumbly and rich, making each bite truly delicious.

CONS

These cookies are indulgent and high in calories, and should be eaten in moderation.
The recipe does require a 30 minute refrigeration time, which may require some pre-planning when baking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although not the healthiest dessert, the recipe does provide some nutritional benefits from the butter and flour. Butter is high in vitamins A and E, while the flour provides important complex carbohydrates for energy.

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