Fragrant, delicious, and irresistible, chocolate cookies are the ultimate comfort food. Crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, they start as simple homemade cookies but captivate from the first bite thanks to the chocolate chips that melt gently during baking. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or to enjoy with a cup of tea or warm milk, these cookies are easy to make and ideal for sharing… though resisting the temptation to eat them all will be truly difficult! 🍪🍫
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 30 Minutes
- Portions: 12
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Fall, Winter and Spring
Ingredients
- 100 powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3 whole eggs
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips
- 1 pinch salt
Tools
- 1 Electric whisk
- 1 Baking sheet
- 1 Parchment paper
Steps
In a bowl, work the softened butter with the sugar until you get a light and soft cream.
Add the eggs and vanilla, mixing well until fully absorbed.
In another bowl, combine flour, cocoa, and salt.
Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, mixing with a spatula. Add the baking powder.
Add the chocolate chips and mix evenly.
Cover the dough and let it rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes (recommended step for firmer cookies).
Preheat the oven to 340°F
Shape the dough into walnut-sized balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, well spaced apart.
Bake for 10–12 minutes: the edges should be golden and the center still soft.
Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a rack.
For softer cookies, reduce the baking time by 1–2 minutes.
You can replace half of the chips with white chocolate or hazelnuts.
They keep in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
