Description
These cookies deliver a delightful chocolate flavor while retaining their shape, making them perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until fully combined.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and creamy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough into balls and place them on a lined baking sheet, flattening each slightly.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until the edges are set—don’t overbake!
- Allow the cookies to cool completely before decorating with icing.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Refrigerate for up to two weeks, or freeze for three months for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cookies, chocolate, baking, dessert, sugar cookies