Cappuccino-Hazelnut Shortbread

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 0

Cappuccino-Hazelnut Shortbread with a Crunch

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15min

Cook

20min

Ready In

35min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

124

Sugar

Fat

Cappuccino-Hazelnut Shortbread is a twist on traditional shortbread, combining a sweet cappuccino flavor with the crunch of hazelnuts. The aroma of coffee will fill your house while you make these tasty treats that are perfect for any occasion, whether it's afternoon tea or a cozy family gathering. With its golden color and drizzled chocolate on top, this dessert is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 325°F.
2.	Dissolve cappuccino mix in water.
3.	In a large bowl, beat butter and powdered sugar together until blended.
4.	Gradually stir in flour and cappuccino mix until mixture comes together.
5.	Stir in hazelnuts.
6.	Divide dough in half.
7.	Roll each half of dough into a log about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
8.	Place logs on ungreased baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
9.	Flatten each log slightly until it is about 2 inches wide.
10.	Bake for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden.
11.	Remove from oven and cool on pans for about 5 minutes.
12.	Transfer logs to wire racks and let cool for about 5 minutes.
13.	In a small bowl, combine chocolate and shortening.
14.	Microwave on medium-high for 1 minute, or until melted and smooth.
15.	Drizzle chocolate mixture over logs.
16.	Let stand until chocolate hardens.
17.	Slice logs into 1/2 inch slices and serve.

PROS

The sweet cappuccino flavor combined with the crunchy hazelnuts make this shortbread a perfect snack with your tea or coffee.

It is also easy to make and perfect for a last-minute dessert.

CONS

This recipe does not cater to those who do not like the taste of cappuccino or hazelnuts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cappuccino contains caffeine which has been linked to improving brain function and increasing energy levels.
Hazelnuts are a good source of healthy fats, protein, fiber, and vitamin E, which has antioxidant properties and may help to protect against heart disease.

	1 package instant cappuccino mix
	1 tablespoon water
	3/4 cup butter or 3/4 cup margarine , softened
	1/2 cup powdered sugar
	2 cups all-purpose flour
	1 cup hazelnuts , chopped
	1 ounce semisweet chocolate
	1 teaspoon shortening