Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of baking Chocolate Sugar Cookies with this easy recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. With their crispy edges and fudgy centers, these cookies are bursting with rich chocolate flavor, satisfying every sweet tooth. Best of all, they come together quickly, with just a few simple ingredients and no chilling required—making them an ideal choice for last-minute baking or spontaneous treats. Whether you’re sharing them at a gathering, enjoying them as a late-night snack, or presenting them as thoughtful gifts, these cookies are sure to impress. Customize your batch by adding nuts or swapping chocolate chips to make them your own!
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cup dark brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon molasses
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar, for rolling dough
- 1 cup dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the room temperature butter, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and molasses; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Scoop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, rolling each in granulated sugar beforehand.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are set but centers are soft. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better texture. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender. Sift cocoa powder to ensure an even distribution.