CHOCOLATE SUGAR COOKIES

Have you ever had a Chocolate Sugar Cookie? If you’re anything like me, the answer to this question is likely no. Which is absolutely MIND BLOWING to me! How on earth did I go 27 years before tasting this rich and delicious creation?

Recently, I whipped up a large batch of these cookies and sent them to work with Pat. One of his co-workers told him her thought the idea sounded gross and he didn’t think he would like them. AT the end of the day, he reported not only liking them but that he had eaten SIX that day. Safe to say, if you’re a chocolate lover like me, this recipe is for YOU!

This recipe has quickly become a staple around my house when I am in a pinch to whip something yummy up on a time crunch! They are sweet, rich and truly delicious. Plus they require NO chill time and come together in 30 minutes or less!

These are seriously DELICIOUS! But don’t take my word for it. Give them a chance and let me know your thoughts!

• Unsalted Butter – I always recommended using unsalted butter when baking because it is easier to control the overall flavor of the recipe. However, if you don’t have unsalted on hand, DO NOT WORRY – Salted butter will also do the trick!
• Granulated Sugar – Sugar helps to sweeten this mixture.
• Large Eggs – You’ll need two large eggs for this recipe to help bind all of the ingredients together.
• Vanilla Extract – I am a sucker for Mexican Vanilla (my favorite is linked here) but any vanilla will do the trick and give the perfect sweetness to this recipe.
• All-purpose Flour (or a gluten-free blend, if desired)
• Cocoa Powder – Cocoa powder gives these cookies their rich, chocolatey flavor
• Baking Powder – This acts as an active ingredient to help the cookies rise.
• Baking Soda – This acts as an active ingredient to help the cookies rise.
• Salt – Salt because we all love a little salt and it perfects the balance of flavors.
• Extra sugar for rolling/coating

1. We will start by preparing our kitchen. Which will include, setting the oven to 350°F.
2. In a standard kitchen mixer, we will begin by Whipping the butter and sugar together on medium speed until light in color and fluffy ~ about 3 minutes. (This step can also be done by hand or using a handheld mixer)
3. While this is mixing, In a large bowl, combine flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and salt, set aside
4. Next, add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture and combine until well mixed.
5. Add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
6. Next, slowly add the dry ingredients and mix until the dough is well combined. It will be thick!
7. Once the mixture is well combined, scoop out 1/2 Tablespoon balls (either with a cookie scoop or spoon) and roll into balls.
8. Once rolled, gently roll each ball in the additional sugar to coat. Set the balls on the baking sheet. Press down on the tops of the balls just a bit.
9. Bake cookies for 7-8 minutes. Don’t overbake. The cookies will be a little puffy when you take them out of the oven.
10. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on baking sheets for 3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Rich Chocolate Sugar Cookies

Looking for something new, easy and delicious for your next potluck, family dinner or event? Look no further! THIS RECIPE IS AMAZING! These Chocolate Sugar cookies are easy to make and the flavors are ridiculously good. Pat brought these to work with him and they were gone within the FIRST HOUR! Need a sweet tooth fix this week? THIS. IS. IT!

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Prep Time 12 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 minutes mins

Cool Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup Butter room temperature
• 1 1/2 Cups Sugar + addition 1/2 Cup for rolling
• 2 Eggs
• 1 tsp Vanilla
• 1 3/4 Cups Flour
• 3/4 Cup Cocoa Powder Unsweetened
• 1 tsp Baking Soda
• 1/4 tsp Baking Powder
• 1/2 tsp Salt

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 350°F.
• In a large bowl, combine flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and salt, set aside.
• In a large bowl or standard mixer, cream the butter and sugar together on medium speed until light in color and fluffy ~ about 3 minutes.
• Next, add the eggs one at a time and mix until well combined.
• Add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
• Next, slowly add the dry ingredients and mix until the dough is well combined. It will be thick!
• Once the mixture is well combined, scoop out 1/2 Tablespoon balls (either with a cookie scoop or spoon) and roll into balls.
• Once rolled, gently roll each ball in the additional sugar to coat. Set the balls on the baking sheet. Press down on the tops of the balls just a bit.
• Bake cookies for 7-8 minutes. Don’t overbake. The cookies will be a little puffy when you take them out of the oven.
• Remove from the oven and allow to cool on baking sheets for 3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
• Serve with milk and enjoy!

Keyword Chocolate, Cookie, Desserts, Sugar, sugar cookie, Sweet Treats, Sweets