Peppermint Shortbread Bar Cookies

By srumbel

Shortbread cookies topped with dark chocolate and peppermint candies are the perfect holiday cookie for enjoying with coffee.
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Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 1/2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon shortening
• 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candy canes
• 3 Tablespoons holiday sprinkles

Preparation

Step 1

Beat the butter and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl. Add the egg and vanilla and beat again. Slowly add the flour and salt until the dough comes together. Roll into a ball.
Line a baking sheet with foil. Spray the foil with non stick baking spray. Place the ball in the center of the pan. Gently press the dough into a 9x11 inch rectangle. Keep the dough as even as possible. Bake at 350* for 10-12 minutes. Remove from the oven and cut into 20 smaller rectangles. Let them cool completely.
Place the chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave safe bowl. Heat for 30 seconds and stir. Repeat. Stir until melted. Spread on top of each cookie bar. Top with peppermint candies and sprinkles. Store in sealed container. Makes 20 bar cookies.