Chocolate sugar cookies are a must-have recipe for all home bakers because they offer a delightful twist on traditional sugar cookies, adding a rich cocoa flavor to the sweet, buttery dough. A good recipe for chocolate sugar cookies are a must-have recipe for all home bakers because of their delicious flavor, versatility, and ability to please a crowd. They’re the perfect treat for any occasion and are sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
Why makes these cookies
Rich Chocolate Flavor: The combination of cocoa powder and sugar creates a deeply chocolatey flavor that is sure to satisfy any chocolate lover. Easy to Make: The recipe uses simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Versatile: These cookies can be rolled out and cut into shapes for decorating, or they can be scooped and baked as drop cookies. They’re perfect for any occasion. Freezes Well: The dough freezes well, so you can make a batch ahead of time and bake them whenever you need fresh cookies. Kid-Friendly: Children will love helping to cut out shapes and decorate these cookies. It’s a fun activity for the whole family. Great for Gifting: These cookies make wonderful gifts. Package them in a cute box or bag for a thoughtful homemade treat.
Chocolate sugar cookies
Dry ingredients – In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cornstarch, cocoa powder, and salt. Set aside Creaming – In a large bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment on medium speed, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Pro tip – Do not skip this creaming step for the butter/sugar. Creaming works best when the butter is at firm room temperature, not soft room temperature. Wet to dry – Next, add the flour mixture. Combine well but do not over-mix at this time.Pro tip – We do not want to activate the gluten in the dough, so do avoid overmixing the flour. Chill – Transfer the dough onto a work surface and divide the dough into two discs. Wrap each in plastic wrap and chill in the fridge until firm enough to roll About 30 minutes to an hour at least.Pro tip – you can keep the dough chilled in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can even freeze the dough for up to a month. Roll – Once the dough is chilled, roll the dough on a lightly floured surface evenly.Pro tip – I roll my cookies to about 1/4-inch or 6 mm thickness using a rolling pin with spacers. Read – 10 Tips – how to roll and cut sugar cookies Cut – Using your favorite cookie cutter cut out desired shaped cookies and place them on a cookie sheet one inch apart. I’ve used some 3-inch round and square cookie cutters for these cookies. Oven – Preheat the oven to 350°F/ 177°C/ Gas Mark 4Pro tip – It is best to keep the cookies chilled in the refrigerator while the oven is preheating. Chilled cookies will prevent spreading. Bake – Transfer the chilled cookies to the oven and bake on the middle rack for about 8 to 10 minutes depending on the thickness of the cookies. Pro tip – The cookies must not be dark around the edges. As soon as they get a slight color on the bottom, they are ready. They will continue to cook with the residue heat on the baking tray. Cool – When baked, let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes then transfer to a cooling rack to cool further before you transfer to an airtight containerPro tip – always frost cold cookies otherwise the icing will melt.
Tips for Success
Use Good Quality Cocoa Powder: Since cocoa powder is the main flavoring agent in these cookies, using a good quality cocoa powder will result in a richer and more intense chocolate flavor. Chill the Dough: Chilling the dough before rolling it out helps it firm up and makes it easier to work with. It also helps the cookies retain their shape during baking. Use Parchment Paper: Line your baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking and to make cleanup easier. Don’t Overbake: Chocolate sugar cookies can quickly go from perfectly baked to overbaked and dry. Keep an eye on them and remove them from the oven as soon as the edges are set. Use Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before mixing the dough. This helps them incorporate better and results in a smoother dough. Roll Dough Evenly: When rolling out the dough, try to keep it an even thickness to ensure even baking. Using spacers or rolling guides can help achieve this. Decorate with Care: If decorating with icing or frosting, make sure the cookies are completely cool before decorating to prevent the icing from melting. Store Properly: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They should stay fresh for several days, but you can also freeze them for longer storage.
Creative ways to use chocolate sugar cookies
Chocolate sugar cookies are versatile treats that can be utilized in numerous creative ways. Here are some imaginative ideas for you:
Chocolate Sugar Cookie Sandwiches: Fill two cookies with buttercream, cream cheese frosting, peanut butter, marshmallow fluff, or even ice cream. Chocolate Cookie Truffles: Crumble up the cookies, mix with cream cheese, roll into balls, and then dip into melted chocolate. Sprinkle with toppings of choice. Chocolate Sugar Cookie Pie Crust: Crush cookies and mix with melted butter. Press into a pie pan and fill with your favorite cream pie filling, like chocolate mousse or peanut butter pie filling. Layered Desserts: Layer crumbled cookies with pudding, whipped cream, and fruits in a glass jar or dessert cup. Chocolate Cookie Milkshake: Blend chocolate sugar cookies with milk, ice cream, and any desired flavor enhancers like caramel or hazelnut spread. Decorative Edible Bowls: Use a bowl-shaped mold to bake the cookie dough, creating an edible bowl. Fill with mousse, fruits, or even more cookies! Cookie Pops: Before baking, insert a stick into each cookie dough ball. After baking and cooling, dip in chocolate or frosting and decorate as desired. Gourmet S’mores: Instead of graham crackers, use your chocolate sugar cookies with marshmallows and chocolate bars for a rich twist on the classic treat. Edible Place Cards: Decorate each cookie with a guest’s name using royal icing or edible markers and use them as place cards for dinner parties or events. Chocolate Sugar Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich: Pair two cookies together with a scoop of your favorite ice cream in between. Freeze until solid. Cookie Granola: Crumble cookies, mix with nuts and maybe a touch of honey or syrup, and toast lightly to make a dessert-style granola. Chocolate Sugar Cookie Butter: Process the cookies in a food processor with some cream or condensed milk until you have a spreadable consistency. Great on toast or pancakes! Decorative Crust on Cheesecakes: Crumble and press the chocolate sugar cookies at the sides of your cheesecake after it’s set for a decorative and delicious twist. Edible Decor on Cakes and Cupcakes: Use small cookie cutters to make shapes out of the cookie dough. Bake and use them to decorate cakes and cupcakes. Dessert Pizza: Use the cookie as a base. After baking, top it with a spread (like cream cheese frosting), fresh fruits, nuts, or even a drizzle of chocolate or caramel.
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