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Hot Chocolate Cookies

Hot Chocolate Cookies

Hot Chocolate Cookies combine rich chocolate flavor with a soft, gooey texture, making them an irresistible treat for chocolate lovers. Perfectly sweet and easy to make with pantry staples, these cookies deliver a nostalgic, chocolaty indulgence ideal for cozy afternoons or celebrations.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Sugars

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

Add-ins

  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and measure accurately. Soften butter to room temperature and preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: Cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl to evenly distribute.
  4. Bring Wet and Dry Ingredients Together: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined to avoid toughening the dough.
  5. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold chocolate chips into the dough ensuring even distribution.
  6. Shape and Bake: Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet, spaced apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges set but centers remain soft.
  7. Cool and Enjoy: Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely to maintain gooey centers.

Notes

  • Use high-quality cocoa powder for enhanced chocolate flavor.
  • Remove cookies from oven while centers still look slightly underdone for soft texture.
  • Chill dough for 30 minutes to improve flavor and shape.
  • Measure flour by spooning and leveling for correct texture.
  • Mix different types of chocolate chips for a richer taste.

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