Description
A delicious step-by-step journey into the world of chocolatey indulgence with rich, soft center cookies covered in a sugary crust.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- Cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each, and mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips with a spatula.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll dough into 1 to 1.5 inch balls and coat each in powdered sugar.
- Place dough balls on the baking sheet with space in between.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges look set but centers remain soft.
- Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Chilling the dough is crucial for achieving the perfect shape and texture. Experimenting with chocolate chunks can enhance the chocolate flavor.
- Prep Time: 120 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg