Get ready to transform your holiday baking game with these irresistible chocolate cookies that are taking the Black Food Bloggers Christmas Cookie Swap by storm! Imagine biting into a rich, decadent chocolate cookie packed with gooey chocolate chips, so delicious that they'll make Santa himself do a double-take. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a kitchen newbie, these cookies are about to become your new holiday obsession that will have everyone begging for the recipe.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, add the vanilla extract and continue to mix until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops appear slightly cracked. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, enjoy your delicious chocolate cookies, perfect for sharing during the Black Food Bloggers Christmas Cookie Swap!
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted - room temperature is key for the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't overmix the dough, as this can lead to tough cookies. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes to ensure even baking.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- For extra richness, use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
- For a festive touch, consider drizzling with white chocolate or adding holiday sprinkles before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 30mg
