Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder (dark or semi-sweet)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 45 minutes (includes 15 minutes of chilling time)
- Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Using a cookie press or spoon, shape the dough into spritz shapes onto an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly underdone.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information: (Per Serving - assuming about 8 cookies per recipe)
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- Chocolatey and rich flavor
- Spritz cookies are typically light and crispy, with a slightly chewy center
- Great for any time of day, especially for dessert or as a snack with coffee or tea
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The chocolate flavor is so rich and the spritz shape is so fun."
- "I love how easy these cookies are to make, and they taste even better than store-bought ones."
- "These cookies are perfect for a chocolate lover's dessert."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use good quality cocoa powder for the best chocolate flavor.
- Chill the dough before baking to ensure that the cookies spread less and remain crispy.
- For even baking, place the baking sheet in the middle of the oven.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing in an airtight container to maintain their crispness.
