Easy Chocolate Sugar Cookies (Print version)
Soft, chewy chocolate sugar cookies rolled in sugar with rich cocoa flavor and lightly crisp edges.
# Ingredients:
For the cookie dough
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1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
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3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
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1/4 cup (50 g) packed light brown sugar
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1 large egg, room temperature
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 1/3 cups (160 g) all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup (42 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon fine salt
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1/2 teaspoon espresso powder, optional
For rolling
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1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
# Instructions:
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Heat the oven to 350 F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar for about 2 minutes until creamy and slightly lighter in color.
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Beat in the egg and vanilla until smooth. Scrape down the bowl so the dough mixes evenly.
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Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder if using. Mix into the butter mixture just until combined.
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Cover and chill the dough for 20-30 minutes. Scoop 1 1/2 tablespoon portions, roll into balls, and coat each ball in granulated sugar.
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Place dough balls 2 inches apart and bake for 9-11 minutes, until the edges are set and the centers still look soft. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
# Good to know:
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For softer cookies, do not overbake. The centers should look slightly underdone when pulled from the oven.
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Chilling the dough helps control spreading and makes the dough easier to roll.