Description
These rich and fudgy Chocolate Fudge Cookies offer a perfect balance of deep cocoa flavor and sweet chocolate chips, baked to soft perfection and dusted with powdered sugar for an elegant touch. Ideal for chocolate lovers craving a homemade treat that’s easy to prepare and delightfully indulgent.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins and Garnish
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, thoroughly whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later incorporation.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer or whisk to cream the softened unsalted butter with the packed brown sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well blended, approximately 2 minutes.
- Add egg and vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract into the creamed butter and sugar until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated.
- Combine dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently and mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
- Fold in chocolate chips: Carefully fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
- Portion dough onto baking sheet: Using a tablespoon, scoop spoonfuls of dough and drop them onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain slightly soft for that perfect fudgy texture.
- Cool cookies: Remove from oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. This resting time helps them firm up and prevents breakage.
- Finish with powdered sugar: Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely, then dust them with powdered sugar for an elegant and sweet finish before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming and better texture.
- Do not overbake; cookies should have soft centers for the ideal fudge-like consistency.
- For extra chocolate intensity, consider mixing in dark chocolate chips or chunks.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
