Imagine biting into a cookie that captures the decadent essence of French silk pie - rich, velvety, and impossibly chocolatey. These aren't just ordinary cookies; they're a transformative dessert experience that will make your taste buds dance with pure chocolate bliss! Whether you're a seasoned baker or a curious kitchen adventurer, these French Silk Pie Cookies promise to elevate your dessert game and become an instant family favorite that everyone will be begging you to make again and again.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Incorporate vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips using a rubber spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers look slightly soft.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate for additional decoration and flavor.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't Overmix: Mix dry and wet ingredients just until combined to keep cookies tender and soft.
- Uniform Size: Use a cookie scoop for consistent cookie sizes, which ensures even baking.
- Cool Completely: Let cookies cool entirely on a wire rack to develop their full flavor and texture.
- Storage Secret: Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep them soft for days.
- Chocolate Tip: Use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips for maximum flavor complexity.
- Optional Elegance: For a gourmet touch, drizzle melted dark chocolate or dust with powdered sugar just before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 40mg
