Description
Experience the exquisite taste of Shiroi Koibito, a traditional Japanese cookie that features two buttery biscuits filled with luscious white chocolate. These delicate treats melt in your mouth, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and texture. Ideal for sharing at gatherings or savoring during quiet moments, this easy-to-make recipe will transport you to Japan with every bite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt; gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Gently fold in white chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until edges are firm but centers remain soft. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg