Chocolate Cut-Out Cookies
Deliciously rich and easy-to-make cookies perfect for decorating and sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2.75 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder For rich chocolate flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup Softened butter Ensure it's soft for easy mixing.
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar Lightly creamed for fluffiness.
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract For flavor enhancement.
Optional
- Royal icing For decorating the cookies.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually blend in the dry mixture until just combined.
- Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and roll it out to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and position them on baking sheets.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until edges are set.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before decorating.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to two weeks or freeze for up to three months.