Dark Chocolate Apricot Cookies

Dark Chocolate Apricot Cookies are a delicious treat that combines the sweet and tangy flavor of apricots with the rich and indulgent taste of dark chocolate. These chocolate dipped cookies are perfect for those who love the combination of sweet and savory flavors and are looking for a unique twist on the classic sugar cookie.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Cookie, Dessert, treats

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Dark Chocolate Apricot Cookies

Servings: cookies

Calories: 134kcal

Author: Jessica & Nellie

Ingredients

16 oz package of sugar cookie mix
½ cup butter or margarine softened
¼ tsp orange extract
1 egg
1 cup dried apricots, chopped
12 oz dark chocolate chips 2 cups

Instructions

Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Chop the dried apricots into small pieces that will be easily incorporated into the dough.
Dough: In large bowl, mix together the dry cookie mix, softened butter, orange extract and egg until soft dough forms. Next, stir in the dried apricots pieces until blended.
Proceed to drop cookie dough by rounded teaspoonfuls, 2 inches apart, on the parchment lined cookie sheet.
Bake: Place the cookies in the preheated oven and bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Cool for about 3 minutes, then remove them from the cookie sheet and move to a wire rack. Cool completely, about 15 minutes.
Chocolate dip: In small microwavable bowl, heat the chocolate chips (uncovered) on high 1 minute, stirring every 30 seconds, until chips are melted. Heat in 15 second increments until the chocolate is fully melted.
Dip each cookie halfway into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off. Place them on parchment paper and let sit until chocolate is set, about 1-2 hours. Or you can set them in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes for a faster setting process. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

These sugar cookies will stay fresh for up to 5 days if stored in an airtight container at room temperature.

Place them in an airtight container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

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