Vanilla Wafers Chocolate Dip (Printable Version)

Crisp vanilla wafers enhanced by rich, melted chocolate make a simple, delightful sweet snack.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
10 - 1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional)

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat 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 an electric mixer or whisk, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
04 - Beat in egg, milk, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
05 - Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
06 - Drop teaspoon-sized mounds of dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
08 - In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chopped chocolate and optional coconut oil. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between, until smooth.
09 - Dip half of each cooled cookie into melted chocolate, letting excess drip off. Place on parchment paper to set. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to harden chocolate if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Simple and quick to make
  • Perfect for dipping and sharing
02 -
  • Use parchment paper to prevent cookies from sticking.
  • Coconut oil helps achieve smoother melted chocolate.
03 -
  • Ensure butter is softened for better mixing.
  • Chill the dough if too soft to handle easily.
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