Description
Rich and chewy chocolate fudge cookies loaded with semi-sweet chocolate chips and optional crunchy nuts, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional, walnuts or pecans recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all ingredients and prepare mixing bowls.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then pour in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three parts, mixing on low speed until just combined after each addition.
- Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped nuts (if using) with a spatula.
- Chill the dough for about 30 minutes (optional).
- Prepare baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper.
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Chilling the dough helps maintain the cookie shape and enhances flavor.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months.
- Serve with cold milk or vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes