Dark Chocolate Brown Sugar Cookies
These Dark Chocolate Brown Sugar Cookies are soft, chewy, and extra chocolatey, with a deep cocoa flavor and a hint of caramel richness from the brown sugar. They’re perfect for chocolate lovers who want a cookie that’s both fudgy and slightly crisp on the edges!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 18-20 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened dark cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup (1½ sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips (optional, for extra richness)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for rolling, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, dark cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream Butter & Sugar: In another large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add Egg & Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Combine Wet & Dry: Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms. Fold in the dark chocolate chips if using.
- Chill Dough (Optional but Recommended): Cover and refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop about 1½ tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. If desired, roll each ball in granulated sugar for a slightly crisp exterior.
- Bake: Place dough balls on the baking sheet 2 inches apart. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are set but centers are still soft.
- Cool & Enjoy: Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra chewiness, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
- Want a richer flavor? Add ½ teaspoon espresso powder to the dough.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
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