Description
Chocolate lovers rejoice with Death by Chocolate Cookies, a sinful dessert that redefines indulgence. Luxurious chocolate layers melt together, creating an irresistible treat you’ll crave from the first delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Chocolate Ingredients:
- 1 cup chocolate chips and chocolate chunks (or one of them)
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
- 114 grams (4 ounces) unsalted butter
Flour and Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder or instant coffee
Wet and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 egg, room temperature
Instructions
- Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously until it transforms into a rich, golden hue with a nutty aroma.
- Transfer the browned butter to a mixing bowl and allow it to cool for approximately 10 minutes to prevent ingredient separation.
- Incorporate espresso powder into the cooled browned butter, creating a deep, complex flavor base.
- Whisk brown sugar into the butter mixture until thoroughly integrated, ensuring a smooth, glossy texture.
- Add vanilla extract and egg, vigorously beating for 1-2 minutes to develop a creamy, homogeneous mixture.
- Sift cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, and salt directly into the wet ingredients, gently folding with a spatula until a uniform dough forms.
- Fold chocolate chips and chunks into the batter, distributing them evenly throughout the cookie dough.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F), positioning a rack in the lower-middle section for optimal heat circulation.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion the dough into 12 uniform balls, arranging them on a lined baking sheet with ample spacing.
- Bake for 10-11 minutes, watching for firm edges while maintaining a soft, gooey center.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, allowing them to set and develop a perfect texture.
- Transfer to a serving plate and enjoy the intense chocolate experience.
Notes
- Brown the butter carefully to develop a rich, nutty flavor that elevates the entire cookie’s taste profile.
- Let the browned butter cool slightly before mixing to prevent accidentally cooking the egg and maintain the perfect texture.
- Experiment with different chocolate varieties like dark, milk, or a combination to customize the cookie’s intensity and depth of flavor.
- For gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a high-quality gluten-free blend that includes x
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg