Description
Enjoy these rich and tender Chocolate Sugar Cookies, coated in powdered sugar for a sweet finish. Perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings, they are ideal for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add the large egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, beating until well combined, about 1 minute.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three parts, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Once the dough is chilled, portion out about 1 tablespoon of dough for each cookie and roll into a ball.
- Roll each ball in powdered sugar until fully coated.
- Place the sugar-coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store completely cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- For longer storage, freeze cookies in a single layer in a freezer-safe container, separated by parchment paper, for up to 3 months.
- To thaw, let sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
Notes
- For an extra chocolatey treat, consider folding in chocolate chips before chilling the dough.
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for optimal creaming.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes