Ingredients and Weight:
- Butter: 1 cup (2 sticks)
- Sugar: 1 cup
- Brown sugar: ½ cup
- Eggs: 2
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups
- Cocoa powder: ½ cup
- Chocolate chunks or chips: ½ cup
- Milk powder: 3 tablespoons (for lactation)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, milk powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Stir in chocolate chunks or chips.
- Drop cookie dough by the spoonful onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving enough space for spreading.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approx. 350 per cookie (based on average ingredients)
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- Chewy and chocolatey with a slight crunch on the edges.
- Rich flavor due to the combination of cocoa powder and chocolate chunks or chips.
- Lactation-friendly due to the milk powder added for nutritional benefits.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are incredibly rich and chocolatey, just like a brownie in cookie form!" - John Doe, New York.
- "The chewiness of these cookies is perfect, and I love the hint of vanilla flavor." - Jane Smith, California.
- "I made these for my family, and they were a hit! Great recipe for chocolate lovers." - Michael Johnson, Texas.
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use good quality chocolate chunks or chips for the best flavor and texture in the cookies.
- Line the baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Adjust baking time according to your oven's calibration to achieve the desired chewiness and texture.
