🍫✨ Welcome to the delightful world of Quick & Chewy Chocolate Drops, where the aroma of melting chocolate and the sweet symphony of vanilla extract dance together to create a heavenly treat that will captivate your taste buds in just 35 minutes! 🕒 Let’s embark on this culinary journey and craft these delectable chocolate drops that are sure to become a cherished favorite in your recipe repertoire.
👩🍳 Preparation Time: 15 minutes
👨🍳 Cooking Time: 20 minutes
🕰️ Total Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients:
- 8 tbsp butter 🧈
- 1/4 cup margarine
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 egg 🥚
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup baking powder
- 1/2 cup melted chocolate 🍫
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts 🌰
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 46.3
- Fat: 2.1g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3g
- Cholesterol: 12.8mg
- Sodium: 23.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 6.2g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 4.2g
- Protein: 0.6g
Yield: 24 cookies
📝 Instructions:
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Heat Things Up:
- Preheat your oven to a toasty 350°F (175°C).
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Melted Chocolate Magic:
- Grab a small microwave-safe bowl and place your chocolate inside.
- Microwave at high (100%) for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes until the chocolate is a luscious, molten masterpiece. Don’t forget to give it a gentle stir!
- Let it cool slightly, allowing the chocolate symphony to reach its perfect temperature.
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Butter and Sugar Ballet:
- In a large mixer bowl, let the butter and sugar waltz together until the blend is nothing short of perfection.
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Eggstravaganza:
- Add the egg and vanilla to the mix, then beat it well. This is where the magic starts to take its delicious form.
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Chocofication:
- Blend in the melted chocolate, letting it swirl into the batter like a chocolatey dream. Feel free to close your eyes and savor the moment.
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Flourish with Flour:
- Add the all-purpose flour and baking powder to the mix. This is the foundation that will give your chocolate drops the perfect texture.
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Nuts Optional:
- If you desire a nutty twist, stir in the chopped nuts at this stage. It’s your chance to add a crunchy surprise to each bite.
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Drop & Bake Ballet:
- With a rounded teaspoon, drop the batter onto an ungreased cookie sheet, spacing them out like stars in the culinary galaxy.
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Bake to Perfection:
- Slide the cookie sheet into the preheated oven and let the magic happen. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges are set, and the aroma fills your kitchen with anticipation.
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Cooling Interlude:
- Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Final Act – Cool Completely:
- Let the cookies cool completely on the wire rack, allowing the flavors to mingle and the texture to reach its chewy perfection.
Congratulations! 🎉 You’ve just created a batch of Quick & Chewy Chocolate Drops that are not just cookies but little bites of happiness. Share them with loved ones, savor the chocolaty goodness, and let the joy of baking fill your heart. Happy baking! 🍪🍫💖
