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Salted Dark Chocolate Cookies

Fudgy Salted Dark Chocolate Cookies You'll Crave Daily

Indulge in Salted Dark Chocolate Cookies that blend rich chocolate flavors with a hint of sea salt for a heavenly treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 11 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour.
  • 1/3 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder Delivers intense dark chocolate flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavor profile.
For the Wet Mixture
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter (melted) Adds moisture and richness.
  • 1/3 cup Granulated sugar Contributes slight crispness.
  • 1/3 cup Light brown sugar (packed) Provides moisture and chewiness.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances chocolate flavor.
For the Chocolate Burst
  • 1 cup Dark chocolate chips or chunks (70% cacao or higher) Main flavor component.
  • 1 pinch Flaky sea salt For sprinkling on top.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • refrigerator

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the melted butter with granulated and brown sugar until thick and glossy. Add eggs one at a time, whisking after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  4. Fold in dark chocolate chips or chunks ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  5. Cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the sheet.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, until edges are set and centers are soft.
  8. Sprinkle cookies with flaky sea salt and allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookies are best enjoyed fresh, and for longer storage, freeze them after baking and reheating when needed.

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