Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250g)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1/2 cup (60g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1 cup (2 sticks, 227g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Light brown sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
- Vanilla extract: 2 teaspoons (10ml)
- Large egg: 1
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 2 cups (400g)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the vanilla extract and egg.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are set but still slightly soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
Per cookie (1/8 of recipe):
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 80mg
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 18g
- Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and fudgy
- Chewy on the inside, crispy on the edges
- No cholesterol
- Perfect for chocolate lovers
User Comments:
- "These cookies were a hit with my family! They're so delicious and easy to make."
- "I love that these cookies have no cholesterol. They're a guilt-free treat."
- "The perfect cookie for chocolate lovers! They're chewy, fudgy, and oh so chocolaty."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for best results.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this will result in tough cookies.
- If desired, you can add other ingredients to your cookies, such as chopped nuts, dried fruit, or peanut butter.
