Rich Chocolate Cutout Cookies
Get ready to elevate your cookie game with these decadent Rich Chocolate Cutout Cookies! Boasting a buttery, cocoa-rich dough, these cookies are as delicious as they are versatile, with a soft yet sturdy texture that's perfect for cutting into festive shapes. The balanced sweetness of granulated and brown sugars, combined with the depth of unsweetened cocoa powder, creates a cookie that's indulgently chocolatey yet not overly sweet. Ideal for decorating for holidays or special occasions, these cookies hold their shape beautifully during baking while staying tender in every bite. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes and endless opportunities for creative icing and sprinkles, this recipe is perfect for both beginner bakers and seasoned pros. Simple, satisfying, and infinitely customizable, these cookies are a must-have treat for any chocolate lover!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Divide the dough into two portions and shape each into a flat disk. Wrap each disk in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes, and carefully transfer them to the prepared baking sheets.
Gather and re-roll the scraps to cut out more cookies, and repeat with the second disk of dough.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set. Rotate the baking sheets halfway through for even baking.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Decorate the cooled cookies with icing, sprinkles, or enjoy them plain as a rich chocolate treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4747 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 230.5 g | 296% | |
| Saturated Fat | 139.3 g | 697% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 889 mg | 296% | |
| Sodium | 2058 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 691.8 g | 252% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 74.1 g | 265% | |
| Total Sugars | 305.6 g | ||
| Protein | 86.9 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 433 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 47.7 mg | 265% | |
| Potassium | 3431 mg | 73% | |
*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.
