Double Chocolate Chip Cookies
Category: Desserts
Serving Size: 1 (approximately 15 cookies)
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Dark Chocolate | 230g |
| Milk Chocolate | 200g |
| Butter | 120g |
| All-Purpose Flour | 140g |
| Baking Powder | 5g |
| Coarse Sea Salt | 1 pinch |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Egg Yolks | 1 |
| Sugar | 150g |
| Vanilla Bean | 1 |
Nutritional Information (Per Cookie) (approx.)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 2g |
| Carbohydrates | 30g |
| Fat | 11g |
| Saturated Fat | 6g |
| Fiber | 2g |
| Sugars | 18g |
| Sodium | 70mg |
Instructions
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Melt the Dark Chocolate: Begin by melting the dark chocolate either over a double boiler or in the microwave. If using the microwave, heat it in short intervals, stirring after each to ensure the chocolate doesn’t burn. Once melted, set the chocolate aside to cool slightly.
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Prepare the Butter and Sugar Mixture: While the chocolate is cooling, cut the butter into cubes and leave it at room temperature to soften. Once softened, beat the butter with the sugar and the seeds scraped from the vanilla bean. The mixture should become light and creamy.
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Add Salt and Chocolate: Once the butter and sugar mixture is fluffy, add a pinch of coarse sea salt and the melted dark chocolate (which should now be just slightly warm, not hot). Stir to combine until fully incorporated.
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Incorporate the Dry Ingredients: Sift the all-purpose flour and baking powder together to ensure they are evenly mixed. Gradually add the sifted flour and baking powder to the wet ingredients, mixing until a thick dough forms.
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Add the Milk Chocolate Chips: Cut the milk chocolate into small chunks or chips, and fold them gently into the dough. This will give the cookies a delightful texture, with gooey pockets of milk chocolate.
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Shape the Cookies: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop the dough onto the sheet in approximately six heaping spoonfuls per batch. Make sure to space the dough blobs well apart, as the cookies will spread while baking.
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Bake the Cookies: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) with the fan setting on. Bake the cookies for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft. Keep an eye on them, as baking times may vary slightly depending on your oven.
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Cool the Cookies: Once the cookies are done, remove them from the oven and use a spatula to transfer them to a wire rack. Allow the cookies to cool completely before serving.
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Repeat and Enjoy: Continue shaping and baking the remaining dough in batches, ensuring to maintain adequate spacing between each spoonful of dough. You should yield around 15 cookies, each about 8-9 cm in diameter once baked.
These Double Chocolate Chip Cookies are an indulgent treat with a rich, fudgy texture and melty chocolate pockets. Perfect for chocolate lovers, these cookies offer the best of both worlds with dark and milk chocolate, creating a satisfyingly sweet snack. Serve them fresh out of the oven for the ultimate chocolatey experience or store them in an airtight container to enjoy throughout the week. Enjoy with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee for the perfect pairing!
