Decadent Chocolate Cookies with White Chocolate Chunks
These Decadent Chocolate Cookies offer a rich blend of cocoa and sweet white chocolate for an indulgent treat.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature.
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs Beat in one at a time.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour For gluten-free, substitute with gluten-free flour.
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup white chocolate chunks Use high-quality chocolate for best results.
- 1 cup Lucky Charms cereal For topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually blend this dry mixture into the creamed mixture until fully incorporated.
- Fold in the white chocolate chunks.
Baking
- Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets, ensuring ample space for spreading.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are slightly golden.
- Immediately sprinkle with Lucky Charms while still warm.
Cooling
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For thicker cookies, chill the dough for a short time before baking. Ensure to use high-quality chocolate for richer flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to one week.