Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 3 cups (360g)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 3/4 cup (75g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1 cup (2 sticks, 227g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Brown sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Large eggs: 2 (100g)
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Place dough into a cookie press and pipe 2-inch lines onto prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until cookies are set and edges are slightly firm.
- Let cookies cool on baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information (per cookie):
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sodium: 120mg
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and chocolatey flavor
- Chewy and soft texture
- Perfect for a sweet treat or dessert
User Comments:
- "These cookies are absolutely delicious! They're so chocolatey and have a perfect balance of chewiness and softness."
- "I love how easy these are to make with a cookie press. They look like they came from a bakery!"
- "These cookies are a hit with all my guests. They're always the first to go."
- "I like to sprinkle these cookies with sea salt for a little extra flavor."
- "These cookies are perfect for any occasion, from casual to formal gatherings."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overmix the dough, as this will result in tough cookies.
- If you don't have a cookie press, you can use a spoon to drop the dough onto the baking sheet.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
