Chocolate Fudge Cookies
These rich and decadent chocolate fudge cookies are an absolute treat for any chocolate lover. With a dense, fudge-like texture, they melt in your mouth, offering the perfect balance of sweetness and chocolatey goodness. The final touch of powdered sugar on top adds just the right amount of sweetness, making these cookies even more irresistible.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the 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 powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring even distribution throughout the dough.
- Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness and an elegant finish.
Notes
- For a different texture, try adding chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans.
- Dark chocolate chips can be used for a more intense chocolate experience.
- If you prefer a sweeter cookie, you can use white chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- If you’d like to reduce the sweetness, you can skip the powdered sugar dusting or reduce the amount used.
- The dough doesn’t require chilling, making it a quick and easy recipe to prepare.