Hot Cocoa Cookies
Hot cocoa cookies are the ultimate winter treat, combining rich chocolate flavor with a soft, chewy texture. As the aroma fills your kitchen, these delightful cookies evoke memories of cozy evenings by the fire. Perfect for sharing at festive gatherings or enjoying on your own, they are sure to become a seasonal favorite. Once you take a bite, you’ll be transported back to warm, joyful moments. Get ready to bake a batch that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips gently.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set; centers should remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly before transferring them to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg