Description
Deliciously soft and creamy chocolate cookies dusted with powdered sugar, embodying the magic of the holiday season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually combine dry and wet ingredients until you have a cohesive dough.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions, roll into balls, and coat in powdered sugar.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until crinkled on top.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, use vegan butter or coconut oil. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour for a gluten-free blend.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Christmas, cookies, dessert, holiday treats, baking