Chocolate Wafers
Indulge in the rich, crispy perfection of homemade Chocolate Wafers, a delightful treat perfect for snacking or elevating your favorite desserts. These thin, cocoa-infused cookies are crafted with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and softened butter, ensuring a decadent chocolate flavor in every bite. The dough is chilled and sliced into perfectly thin rounds for even baking, resulting in a wafer that’s lightly crisp around the edges yet melt-in-your-mouth tender. Ready in under an hour and yielding 24 servings, these versatile wafers shine on their own or as a key ingredient in layered desserts like icebox cakes. Whether you're looking to satisfy a sweet craving or get creative with dessert recipes, these easy Chocolate Wafers are a must-try for chocolate lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons whole milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract to the creamed butter and sugar mixture, and mix until combined.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix just until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing.
Turn the dough out onto a piece of wax paper or plastic wrap, and shape it into a log approximately 2 inches in diameter. Wrap it tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
Once chilled, slice the dough into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick, using a sharp knife.
Place the slices about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets. They will spread slightly while baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the wafers appear slightly crisp.
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the wafers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Enjoy as-is, or use them in desserts like icebox cakes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2175 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.8 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.0 g | 355% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 262 mg | 87% | |
| Sodium | 1250 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 317.4 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.1 g | 165% | |
| Total Sugars | 154.7 g | ||
| Protein | 38.2 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 222 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 24.7 mg | 137% | |
| Potassium | 2018 mg | 43% | |
*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.
