Discover the joy of baking with our Ultimate Chocolate Chunk Cookies, a classic treat that combines the richness of dark chocolate with the deep flavors of muscovado sugar. These cookies are delightfully easy to make and offer a perfect balance of crispy edges and soft, chewy centers. Whether you are an experienced baker or a novice, this recipe guides you through creating cookies that are sure to impress with their homemade taste and perfect texture.
Why You'll Love This:
These Chocolate Chunk Cookies are a hit for many reasons. The use of muscovado sugar not only adds a lovely depth of flavor but also contributes to the moist texture that cookie aficionados cherish. The dark chocolate chunks provide a generous dose of chocolate in every bite, making these cookies irresistibly good. Simple to prepare and even easier to enjoy, these cookies are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or sharing with friends and family.
Perfect Occasion:
Chocolate Chunk Cookies are versatile and ideal for almost any occasion. Bake a batch for a school event, as a thoughtful gift, or to brighten up a work day. They're also perfect for holiday gatherings, picnics, and family weekends. Any time you need a reliable and delicious treat, these cookies are your go-to recipe.
Decoration Tips:
For an extra special touch, sprinkle a little sea salt on top of the cookies just before baking to enhance the chocolate flavor. Once baked and slightly cooled, you can also drizzle them with melted chocolate for a more decadent finish. Presenting them on a colorful plate or wrapped in a pretty box can turn these cookies into a charming gift.
Ingredients:
- 275 grams of flour
- 50 grams of granulated sugar
- 75 grams of muscovado sugar
- 125 grams of semi-salted butter, softened
- 6 grams of baking powder
- 1 egg
- 125 grams of dark chocolate
Instructions:
- Cream together the butter and sugars using a mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or a spatula.
- Add the egg to the mixture and blend well.
- Gradually mix in the flour and baking powder until the dough is uniform.
- Chop the dark chocolate into chunks (or use chocolate chips) and fold them into the dough.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour to firm up.
- Preheat your oven to 175 degrees Celsius (347 degrees Fahrenheit) with convection setting.
- Form the dough into 40-gram balls and place them spaced apart on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the edges are golden but the centers remain slightly soft.
- Remove the cookies from the baking sheet and let them cool on a wire rack.
Enjoy!
