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Easter Chocolate Cookies Recipe

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These Easter Chocolate Cookies are rich, fudgy, and perfect for celebrating the holiday with a sweet treat. Made with unsweetened cocoa powder, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and a hint of vanilla, these cookies deliver deep chocolate flavor with a soft yet chewy texture. Optional rainbow sprinkles add a festive touch, making them ideal for Easter gatherings or anytime you crave a decadent chocolate cookie.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup softened butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Rainbow sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and help with even baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until fully combined and aerated.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated before adding the next. Then add the vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or folding with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
  6. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the dough to distribute them evenly throughout.
  7. Shape Cookies: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart to allow for spreading.
  8. Add Sprinkles (Optional): If desired, lightly press rainbow sprinkles onto the top of each cookie for a festive Easter look.
  9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft.
  10. Cool: Remove from oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack or plate to cool completely.

Notes

  • Do not overbake; cookies will continue to firm up as they cool for a soft and chewy texture.
  • Butter should be softened to room temperature for best creaming results.
  • For a deeper chocolate flavor, use Dutch-processed cocoa powder.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • To make cookies dairy-free, substitute butter with a vegan butter alternative and ensure chocolate chips are dairy-free.

Keywords: Easter cookies, chocolate cookies, fudgy cookies, holiday cookies, chocolate chip cookies, festive cookies

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