Chocolate Snowflakes
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Chocolate Snowflakes, a holiday-inspired cookie that’s as stunning as it is delicious. These tender, chocolatey delights are coated in a snowy layer of powdered sugar, creating eye-catching, crackled tops that mimic winter’s frost. Made with rich cocoa powder and softened butter, the dough is chilled to perfection for a soft yet chewy texture that melts in your mouth. Quick to prepare and bake, this recipe yields 24 cookies ready in under an hour (excluding chill time). Perfect for holiday cookie exchanges or as a festive addition to your dessert table, Chocolate Snowflakes embody the magic of the season, offering a delightful balance of sweetness and deep chocolate flavor. Serve with a warm mug of cocoa for a truly cozy treat. Keywords: Chocolate Snowflakes recipe, holiday cookies, crackled chocolate cookies, easy Christmas desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, using a hand or stand mixer, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until fully combined. The dough will be soft and slightly sticky.
Cover the dough tightly with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until firm.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Place the powdered sugar in a shallow bowl. Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, scoop out portions of dough and roll them into 1-inch balls with your hands.
Roll each ball generously in powdered sugar, ensuring an even coating.
Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are puffed and slightly cracked. The cookies will look soft but will firm up as they cool.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve these Chocolate Snowflakes with a dusting of extra powdered sugar if desired, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2965 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 124.2 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.5 g | 368% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 630 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 1200 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 486.6 g | 177% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.9 g | 168% | |
| Total Sugars | 294.3 g | ||
| Protein | 52.3 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 245 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 28.2 mg | 157% | |
| Potassium | 2137 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
