These easy chocolate cookies are perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings in a pinch. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have freshly baked cookies ready to enjoy with a glass of milk or a scoop of ice cream.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious homemade chocolate cookies!
Interesting Facts
You can customize these cookies by adding nuts, dried fruit, or different types of chocolate chips.
These cookies are perfect for sharing with friends and family or enjoying as an indulgent treat for yourself.
Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.