Chocolate Sugar Cookies
introduction
These chocolate sugar cookies are soft, chocolate-flavored cutout cookies. They are easy to make with common ingredients. If you like trying other cookies, check chewy pumpkin chocolate chip cookies for a different texture and flavor.
why make this recipe
You can make shaped cookies for parties or holidays. The dough rolls and cuts well. The cookies keep a nice chocolate taste and pair well with simple icing or melted chocolate.
how to make Chocolate Sugar Cookies
Make the dough, roll it, cut shapes, and bake. Work on a floured surface so the dough does not stick. Chill the dough a little if it feels soft. Use cookie cutters to make fun shapes.
Ingredients :
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 cup unsalted butter, softened, 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions :
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set.
- Allow to cool before decorating with icing or melted chocolate.
how to serve Chocolate Sugar Cookies
Serve these cookies cooled. You can add icing, sprinkles, or drizzle melted chocolate. For a cookie plate mix, serve them with other simple treats like no-bake chocolate oatmeal cookies and fresh fruit.
how to store Chocolate Sugar Cookies
Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Place a sheet of parchment between layers to stop sticking. For longer storage, freeze the baked cookies in a sealed bag for up to 3 months.
tips to make Chocolate Sugar Cookies
- Use room temperature butter for easy creaming.
- Measure flour by spooning into the cup and leveling off.
- Chill the dough 15–30 minutes if too soft to cut.
- Do not overbake. The cookies set more as they cool.
- Cool on a rack before decorating.
variation (if any)
- Add 1/2 cup of mini chocolate chips for texture.
- Replace part of the flour with 2 tablespoons of instant espresso powder for a coffee note.
- Use powdered sugar in the icing for a simple glaze.
FAQs
Q: Can I make the dough ahead?
A: Yes. Wrap dough and chill up to 2 days or freeze up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge before rolling.
Q: Can I use salted butter?
A: Yes. Reduce added salt to 1/4 teaspoon if you use salted butter.
Q: Can I roll the dough thicker or thinner?
A: Yes. Thicker cookies will be softer and need a bit more bake time. Thinner cookies will be crisper.
Q: Can I cut cookies without chilling?
A: You can, but chilling helps keep the shapes sharp and makes cutting easier.
Q: How do I keep cookies from spreading?
A: Chill the cut shapes on the sheet for 10 minutes before baking and avoid over-creaming the butter and sugar.
Chocolate Sugar Cookies
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Soft, chocolate-flavored cutout cookies that are easy to make with common ingredients, perfect for parties or holidays.
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set.
- Allow to cool before decorating with icing or melted chocolate.
Notes
Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Place a sheet of parchment between layers to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
