Description
Delightful chocolate sugar cookies that are soft on the inside with a slightly crisp edge, dusted in powdered sugar for added sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup softened unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well blended and set aside.
- In another large bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar until creamy and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until fully combined.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until no flour streaks remain.
- Roll the dough into small balls, then coat in powdered sugar.
- Place the coated dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set and centers are soft.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For added flavor, experiment with chocolate chips or nuts. Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg