Chocolate Sugar Cookies
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
48
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Calories
93 kcal
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Course
Dessert, Baked Goods
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Cuisine
American
Chocolate Sugar Cookies
Description
This recipe for Chocolate Sugar Cookies blends unsalted butter and sugar with eggs and vanilla, then incorporates cocoa powder and a combination of flour, baking powder, and salt. The dough requires chilling to firm up, which helps when rolling out and cutting into shapes without spreading during baking. Baking at 350°F for 9 to 11 minutes sets the cookies with edges that are firm and centers that remain slightly soft for a tender bite. After cooling, they can optionally be dusted with icing sugar for added sweetness and a decorative touch.
The cocoa powder provides a chocolate depth balanced by the sweetness in the dough, and the chilling step is key to achieve the right thickness and texture. Chilling the dough again if it becomes too soft during rolling helps maintain shape. Rotating the baking sheets midway compensates for oven hot spots and encourages even browning. When stored in an airtight container, these cookies keep well at room temperature or refrigerated for extended freshness.
The recipe yields about 48 cookies, offering a sizeable batch suitable for gifting or sharing. The soft butter and eggs at room temperature help with the dough’s smooth consistency and final texture.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup butter unsalted, room temperature
- 1½ cups sugar
- 2 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ⅔ cup cocoa powder unsweetened
Instructions
- In a bowl whisk together the flour, salt and baking powder. Set aside.
- In the bowl of your mixer, add the rest of the ingredients and mix until smooth, I mixed mine about 3 minutes.
- Add the flour mixture in batches about ⅓ at a time and mix.
- Transfer the dough to a big piece of plastic wrap and gently knead it until it forms a ball. Wrap the cookie dough and refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a couple baking sheets with parchment paper.
- I found it easier to cut the dough in 4 pieces and roll out each piece at a time so that it's about ¼ of an inch in thickness. Cut the cookies with your favorite cookie cutter.
- Place the cookies onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 9 to 11 minutes, just until the edges are firm and the center still slightly soft. Repeat with remaining dough.
- Transfer to a rack and cool. If you wish you can sprinkle them with icing sugar.
Notes
- Use soft, room-temperature butter and eggs for smoother dough consistency and better texture.
- Chilling the dough is necessary for forming cut-out cookies and preventing spreading during baking.
- If dough softens during rolling, chill again briefly to maintain shape.
- Rotate baking sheets halfway through to account for oven hot spots and ensure even baking.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature up to 5 days or refrigerated for up to 10 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 48Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 93 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cookie | |
| Calories | 93kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 18mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 28mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 39mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 129IU | 3% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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