Toffee Shortbread Cookies - The Recipe Rebel (2024)

Toffee Shortbread Cookies are made with just a few simple ingredients and easy to customize and make your own. They are sublime, buttery, and perfect for the holiday baking or a cookie exchange!

Toffee Shortbread Cookies combine the rich, buttery texture of shortbread with the sweet crunch of toffee pieces to make a cookie that is simply irresistible!

I always thought I was not a “shortbread person”, but these have changed my mind. They are rich but not too sweet, with a salty bite and crunch thanks to toffee bits.

The origins of shortbread go back to medieval Scotland. Traditionally enjoyed during Christmas and New Year’s, shortbread has evolved with numerous variations, and it’s grown into an internationally loved treat!

The infusion of toffee bits and mini chocolate chips — although not traditional — transforms the classic shortbread into a treat that’s hard to resist.

Whether you’re looking for something delicious for a cookie exchange or simply craving a treat, this recipe will become your go-to.

These cookies are a great addition to your holiday season, but they can be enjoyed at any time of the year.

If you’re mad about shortbread, you’ll also love myMillionaire Shortbread Recipe,Samoa Shortbread Bars, and theseStrawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars!

Ingredients Needed:

• Salted Butter:the foundation of any good shortbread recipe. It provides the buttery texture and flavor we all love. Ensure it’s at room temperature for easy mixing.
• Powdered Sugar:adds sweetness to the cookies and contributes to their soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
• Flour:all-purpose flour provides the structure of the cookies.
• Salt:a pinch of salt will enhance the flavor of the cookies.
• Vanilla Extract:this adds a lovely aroma and depth of flavor to the cookies.
• Skor or Toffee Bits:these are the stars of the show, providing a sweet crunch and caramelized flavor.
• Mini Chocolate Chips:an optional addition, but they lend a delightful chocolatey flavor and additional texture to the cookies.
• Chopped Dark Chocolate:used for the chocolate drizzle, it adds a rich, indulgent finish to the cookies.

How to Make Toffee Shortbread Cookies

This recipe is so easy to make, and you can get the kids involved too! Full instructions are included in the recipe card below.

1. Make creamed mixture: Beat butter, then add powdered sugar, flour, salt, and vanilla.
2. Add toffee and chocolate: Stir in toffee bits and chocolate chips.

3. Wrap dough rolls: Make two dough rolls, cover them in plastic wrap, and refrigerate.
4. Slice dough: Slice each cookie dough roll into cookies.

5. Put cookies on tray: Place the cookie dough circles on the prepared baking trays.
6. Bake: Bake cookies, let them cool, then drizzle with melted chocolate if desired.

Toffee Shortbread CookiesFAQs

Tips and Notes

• Unsalted butter.If you only have unsalted butter, use it but add a pinch more salt to the recipe.
• Toffee chips or bitsIf Skor bits are not available, any brand of toffee bits will do the trick.
• Make them an edible gift.These yummy cookies make a thoughtful and delicious gift. Simply place them in a festive gift box, separated by parchment paper, to prevent them from sticking together.

Toffee Shortbread Cookie Variations

• Try some different add-ins.Try any kind of mini chocolate chips for these cookies (white chocolate, semi-sweet chocolate), butterscotch chips, or peanut butter chips, or finely chopped chocolate for a different flavor. Small pieces of dried fruit will also work well here, like small raisins or chopped dried mangoes. Or try some chopped nuts or even citrus zest!
• Use another extract.For a different flavor, you could use almond or lemon extract instead of vanilla.
• Dip them in chocolate.Instead of drizzling, dip half of each cookie into melted chocolate for a more decadent treat.
• Make Lemon Pistachio Shortbread Cookies.Add lemon zest and chopped pistachios to the base recipe for a refreshing and nutty variation.
• Decorate with icing.Get creative and decorate your cookies with colorful royal icing for a festive look to match an event or special occasion.

Serving Suggestions

A cold glass of milk is a classic choice that complements the sweetness and buttery texture of the cookies. Try myCold Brew Coffeeor a hot cup of coffee or tea to balance the sweet toffee bits and chocolate!

For an indulgent dessert, serve your Toffee Shortbread Cookies warm cookie with a scoop of your favorite ice cream, and drizzle with caramel or chocolate sauce. Try myCoffee Ice Creamor thisNo Church Chocolate Ice Creamto compliment the flavors of the cookies.

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