Double Chocolate Cookies

These soft and ultra-chocolatey cookies deliver rich cocoa flavor in every bite, with melted chocolate chunks throughout. They’re simple to make, ready in under 30 minutes, and perfect for satisfying those deep chocolate cravings.

Course Cookies, Desserts, Snacks

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings servings

Calories 229kcal

Author Diane Gail

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup salted butter softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 large egg room temperature
2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chocolate chunks

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Instructions

Combine dry ingredients: Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a small mixing bowl until well blended.
Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat butter, sugar, and brown sugar with a hand mixer until light and fluffy.
Add egg and vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Incorporate dry mix: Add the dry mixture to the wet in increments, folding gently between each addition. Do not overmix.
Add chocolate chunks: Fold in the chocolate chunks evenly throughout the dough.
Scoop cookies: Use a cookie scoop to portion out 2-tablespoon-sized balls. Place onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Top with extra chocolate: Press a few additional chocolate chunks into the top of each cookie for visual appeal.
Bake: Bake in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 15 minutes, or until the edges are set and centers appear dry.
Cool: Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use unsweetened cocoa powder: For the richest flavor, choose a high-quality unsweetened cocoa — either natural or Dutch-process works.
Avoid overmixing: Gently folding the dough helps keep the cookies soft and tender instead of tough.
Extra chocolate tip: Pressing a few chocolate chunks into the tops before baking gives the cookies a bakery-style finish.
Check doneness visually: Cookies are ready when the edges are set and the centers look matte, not glossy.
Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer freshness.

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