Description
Sweet magic happens when classic chocolate chip cookies meet luxurious chocolate frosting in this irresistible chocolate frosted cookies recipe. Rich, indulgent layers meld together, promising pure delight that keeps you coming back for another delectable bite.
Ingredients
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Chocolate Cookies:
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups (156g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (45g) unsweetened natural cocoa powder
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) packed light or dark brown sugar
Baking Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, avocado oil, or olive oil
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Chocolate Frosting:
- 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups (240g) confectioners sugar
- 6 tablespoons (30g) unsweetened natural or Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) heavy cream or milk, slightly warm
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup (43g) sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the cookie base by thoroughly blending softened butter, oil, and sugars until achieving a light, airy consistency. Incorporate egg and vanilla extract, ensuring complete integration.
- Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate mixing vessel. Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, creating a uniform dough.
- Refrigerate the prepared dough for a minimum of 2 hours to enhance flavor development and improve texture.
- Heat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats for optimal cookie release.
- Shape chilled dough into uniform spheres, approximately one heaping tablespoon in size. Position cookie balls with sufficient spacing to allow spreading during baking.
- Bake cookies for 12-13 minutes, watching for set edges and slightly soft centers. Allow initial cooling on baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to wire rack.
- Craft the frosting by whipping butter until exceptionally smooth and creamy. Gradually introduce confectioners’ sugar, cocoa powder, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a hint of salt.
- Whip frosting mixture until achieving a silky, spreadable consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Once cookies have completely cooled, generously spread chocolate frosting across each cookie surface. Embellish with decorative sprinkles for visual appeal.
- Preserve frosted cookies at ambient temperature for 24 hours or refrigerate up to 5 days in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Chill the dough thoroughly to prevent spreading and create a more concentrated flavor profile during baking.
- Soften butter at room temperature for smoother, more even frosting that spreads effortlessly without tearing the delicate cookie surface.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder and pure vanilla extract to elevate the chocolate depth and overall taste complexity of the cookies.
- Dust cookies with extra cocoa powder or use dark chocolate sprinkles for a more sophisticated and intense chocolate experience.
- Prep Time: 2 hours 30 minutes (includes chilling)
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg