Description
Deliciously rich Chocolate Frosted Cookies featuring a soft cocoa-infused cookie base topped with a creamy chocolate frosting and optional sprinkles, perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings in a classic treat.
Ingredients
Cookies
- 1 cup Butter (softened)
- 1 cup Sugar
- 3/4 cup Brown Sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 2 1/3 cups Flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
Chocolate Frosting
- 12 Tablespoons Salted Butter (3/4 cup or 1 1/2 sticks, softened)
- 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 3 cups Powdered Sugar
- 2 Tablespoons Light Corn Syrup
- 3 to 4 Tablespoons Heavy Cream or Milk
- Chocolate Sprinkles or any sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Cream Butter and Sugars: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar for about 4 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy. Periodically scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs and vanilla extract into the creamed mixture, mixing for an additional minute to blend thoroughly.
- Add Dry Ingredients and Mix: Gradually add the unsweetened cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix just until combined to avoid overworking the dough. Then gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Form Cookies on Baking Sheet: Spoon the cookie dough onto parchment paper-lined light-colored baking sheets, spacing the scoops at least two inches apart. To achieve flatter cookies, lightly press the dough balls down before baking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes. Be careful not to overbake as the cookies will continue baking slightly after removal. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet before frosting.
- Prepare Chocolate Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened salted butter for 1 to 2 minutes until smooth. Add the unsweetened cocoa powder, powdered sugar, light corn syrup, and 3 tablespoons of heavy cream or milk. Mix until the frosting is completely smooth and creamy. Add additional heavy cream or milk by tablespoon increments if needed to achieve spreading consistency.
- Frost and Decorate Cookies: Spread the chocolate frosting evenly over the cooled cookies. If desired, finish with a sprinkle of chocolate sprinkles or any preferred decorative sprinkles to add texture and visual appeal.
Notes
- Ensure not to overbake the cookies to keep them soft and chewy.
- Light-colored baking sheets help prevent burning on the bottom.
- Adjust the amount of heavy cream or milk in the frosting to get your preferred thickness.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- You can substitute light corn syrup with honey or maple syrup for a natural alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
