Chocolate Sugar Cookies Recipe
These Chocolate Sugar Cookies are rich, chewy, and packed with a deep cocoa flavor that’s perfect for any chocolate lover. With a crisp edge and soft center, they’re easy to make and ideal for everything from holiday baking to everyday treats!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Measuring cups
- Whisk
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Cookie Scoop
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder see notes above
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 16 tablespoons softened butter
- 1.5 cups dark brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- granulated sugar for rolling 1/4 to 1/2 cup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl; set aside.
- Beat butter and brown sugar in a stand mixer with the paddle attachment on medium speed for 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla to the mixer, beating until fully combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients on low speed until fully incorporated.
- Roll 2-tablespoon portions of dough into balls, coat generously in granulated sugar, and place 6 balls on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12 minutes, let cool on the sheet pan, and repeat with remaining dough. Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.
