Ingredients
1 and 2/3 cups (210g) all-purpose flour for structure and lift
1/4 cup (21g) unsweetened natural cocoa powder for structure and lift
1 teaspoon baking soda for structure and lift
1/4 teaspoon salt for structure and lift
1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, softened to add moisture and flavor
3/4 cup (150g) packed light or dark brown sugar to add moisture and flavor
1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar to add moisture and flavor
1 large egg, at room temperature to add moisture and flavor
1 tablespoon milk (preferably buttermilk) to add moisture and flavor
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract to add moisture and flavor
3/4 teaspoon gel red food coloring (optional)
1 cup (180g) white or semi-sweet chocolate chips (plus a few extra for tops) to enhance taste and texture
Instructions
1-Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
2-In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with the brown and granulated sugars until fluffy.
3-Beat in the egg, followed by the milk, vanilla extract, and red food coloring if you’re using it.
4-Gradually add the dry mix to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined to keep the dough tender.
5-Fold in the chocolate chips, then scoop the dough onto your prepared sheets.
6-Bake for 10-12 minutes, watching for that perfect soft center.
7-Let them cool on the sheet for a bit before moving to a rack.
Last Step:
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🍫 Use gel food coloring to avoid affecting dough consistency and intensify red color.
🍪 Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender and chewy.
❄️ Chill dough for 30 minutes before baking to minimize spreading for thicker cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
