Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chunks
- Additional chocolate chips for filling
Preparation Time:
- Total Time: 1 hour and 20 minutes (including preparation and baking time)
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Baking Time: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the softened butter, both sugars, and eggs. Mix until creamy.
- Add the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips or chunks.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place on a baking sheet. Make a small indentation in each cookie with your thumb or a spoon.
- Fill each indentation with a small piece of chocolate chip or a chocolate cream filling of your choice.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 cookies)
Calories: Approx. 300 calories per cookie (depending on the filling used)
Fat: Approx. 18g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 35g
Protein: Approx. 4g
(Note: Nutritional information may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and chocolatey cookie with a soft and creamy filling.
- A perfect balance of sweet and chocolate flavors.
- Ideal for chocolate lovers and those who enjoy creative desserts.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The chocolate flavor is so rich and the filling is so creamy."
- "The cookies are perfectly baked, not too hard and not too soft."
- "I love the chocolate chips in the dough and the additional chocolate in the filling."
- "These cookies are perfect for a special occasion or as a treat for chocolate lovers."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use good quality chocolate for the best flavor.
- When filling the cookies, be careful not to overfill them to prevent the filling from leaking out during baking.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and soft for longer.
