Vanilla Wafers Dipping Chocolate (Printable)

Light, crisp vanilla wafers paired with smooth chocolate for a delightful treat.

# Components:

→ Vanilla Wafers

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 1 tablespoon milk
08 - 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

→ Dipping Chocolate

09 - 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped or chips
10 - 1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
03 - Using a mixer or whisk, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
04 - Beat in egg, milk, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
06 - Drop teaspoon-sized mounds of dough onto prepared sheet, spacing 2 inches apart. Bake 12 to 15 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool on sheet 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.
07 - Combine chopped chocolate and optional coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
08 - Dip half of each cooled cookie into melted chocolate. Let excess drip off, place on parchment paper. Refrigerate 10 minutes to set chocolate if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to make with simple ingredients
  • Perfect for sharing and gifting
02 -
  • Substitute dark or white chocolate for variety
  • Gluten-free options available with flour blend
03 -
  • Use coconut oil when melting chocolate for a smoother dip
  • Do not overmix dough to keep cookies crisp
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