Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese
- 1 cup chocolate chips or chunks
- Confectioners' sugar for dusting (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 2 hours (including chilling time)
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, mix vegetable oil and eggs. Add cream cheese and mix until smooth.
- Pour the liquid mixture into the dry mixture and stir until combined. Fold in chocolate chips or chunks.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the dough into small crescents and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are firm and tops are slightly cracked. Allow to cool completely.
- Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
Calories: 350kcal, Fat: 18g, Carbohydrates: 45g, Protein: 4g, Sodium: 200mg.
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich chocolate flavor combined with a light and crispy crescent shape.
- A perfect balance of sweet and chocolatey, making it a great dessert for chocolate lovers.
- Easy to customize with different types of chocolate or even adding nuts or other flavors.
User Comments:
- "These Chocolate-Filled Crescents are amazing! The chocolate flavor is so rich and the crescent shape is so unique."
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make. The result is so impressive and tastes great."
- "This is a great dessert for chocolate lovers. The combination of chocolate and cream cheese is delicious."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use room temperature eggs for best results in the cream cheese mixture.
- Be careful not to overmix the dough, as it can lead to tough cookies.
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh longer.
