Description
These Chocolate Butter Cookies are a classic treat that’s perfect for any occasion. They’re rich, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, with a hint of chocolate in every bite.
Ingredients
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- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (Hershey’s Special Dark recommended)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and sugar on medium speed until light and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Add Dry to Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Chill Dough: Divide the dough into thirds, wrap each portion in plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight.
- Shape and Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F. Shape the chilled dough into 1-inch balls. Place the balls 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets lined with parchment paper. Bake for 7-9 minutes, or until the cookies are set.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheets before serving.
Notes
- Storage: These cookies are best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
- Freezing Dough: You can also freeze the dough for later use. Shape the dough into balls and freeze on a baking sheet until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding a couple of minutes to the baking time.
- Variations:
- Add chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or sprinkles to the dough for extra flavor and texture.
- Drizzle melted chocolate or a simple glaze over the cooled cookies for decoration.
- Use cookie cutters to create fun shapes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 80kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
