There’s something so nostalgic about a crisp, buttery cookie coated in rich chocolate.
These homemade fudge stripe cookies bring back the childhood favorite, but with fresher ingredients and even better flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
They’re buttery, crisp, and melt in your mouth.
Each cookie has a perfect balance of sweet chocolate and tender shortbread.
They look beautiful with their signature stripes yet are simple to make at home.
They store well, making them great for gifting or keeping on hand for snacks.
What You’ll Need (Ingredient Highlights)
Unsalted butter gives these cookies their rich, classic shortbread flavor.
Light brown sugar adds just a touch of caramel sweetness.
Cornstarch helps keep the cookies crisp yet tender.
Chocolate chips create the fudgey coating and stripes.
A little vegetable oil ensures smooth, glossy melted chocolate.
Pro Tips Before You Start
Chill the dough thoroughly so the cookies slice cleanly and bake evenly.
Use a piping tip or bottle cap to cut neat centers.
Don’t overbake—edges should be just lightly golden.
Set chocolate-dipped cookies in the fridge to speed up firming.
How to Make Fudge Stripe Cookies
Step 1 – Cream butter and sugar
Beat butter and brown sugar until creamy, about 3–5 minutes.
Step 2 – Add dry ingredients
Mix in vanilla, salt, and cornstarch, then add flour until dough comes together.
Step 3 – Shape and chill
Form dough into two logs, wrap in plastic, and chill at least 2 hours.
Step 4 – Slice cookies
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Slice logs into thin rounds, cut out centers, and place on lined baking sheets.
Step 5 – Bake
Bake 8–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
Cool completely on a rack.
Step 6 – Dip in chocolate
Melt chocolate with vegetable oil.
Dip cookie bottoms in chocolate and let set.
Step 7 – Add stripes
Pipe remaining chocolate over tops of cookies in thin stripes.
Let set before serving.
What to Serve Them With
Enjoy with a cold glass of milk for a classic treat.
Serve alongside ice cream for a playful dessert.
Pair with coffee or hot cocoa for cozy snacking.
Variations / Substitutions
Try white chocolate for a fun twist.
Add a sprinkle of sea salt on the chocolate layer for sweet-salty flavor.
Swap chocolate chips for dark chocolate for a richer taste.
Storage & Leftovers
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks if you prefer a firmer chocolate layer.
Freeze baked and decorated cookies for up to 2 months.
FAQs
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes, the dough logs can be refrigerated for 2–3 days before slicing and baking.
Do I have to cut out the center?
It’s traditional, but optional—bake them as plain rounds if you prefer.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Butter is best for flavor and texture, but margarine works in a pinch.
How do I keep the chocolate from blooming?
Add a little oil when melting, and avoid refrigerating too long.
Can I use dark brown sugar?
Yes, but it will give a deeper caramel flavor and slightly darker color.
How do I drizzle neat stripes?
Use a piping bag or resealable plastic bag with a tiny snip at the corner.
Final Thoughts
Homemade fudge stripe cookies are buttery, chocolatey, and fun to make.
They’re the perfect combination of nostalgic comfort and homemade goodness.
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