Double Chocolate Chip Cookies are rich, soft, and full of chocolate flavor. Made with cocoa powder and loaded with chocolate chips, these cookies are perfect for true chocolate lovers. They bake up thick, chewy in the center, and slightly crisp on the edges.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These cookies are deep chocolate, soft, and packed with chocolate chips in every bite. They are easy to make and perfect for everyday baking or special treats.
Ingredients
For the cookies
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Preparation Steps
Step 1: Preheat and prepare
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Cream butter and sugars
In a large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Add egg and vanilla
Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Step 4: Mix dry ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 5: Combine
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix just until combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
Step 6: Scoop and bake
Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing cookies apart. Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set and centers are still soft.
Step 7: Cool
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Variations
- Use milk chocolate or white chocolate chips
- Add chopped chocolate chunks
- Mix in walnuts or pecans
- Sprinkle flaky salt on top before baking
- Use dark cocoa powder for deeper flavor
Cooking Notes
- Do not overbake; cookies firm up as they cool
- Cocoa powder should be unsweetened
- Softened butter gives the best texture
- Chill dough 20 minutes for thicker cookies
- Bake one tray at a time for even results
Serving Suggestions
- Serve warm with cold milk
- Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream
- Drizzle with melted chocolate
- Serve as a dessert platter cookie
- Perfect for lunchboxes and parties
Tips
- Measure flour correctly to avoid dry cookies
- Use room temperature egg for smooth dough
- Store cookies in an airtight container
- Add extra chocolate chips on top before baking
- Cookies taste even better the next day
Prep Time / Cooking Time / Total Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Baking Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Nutritional Information (Approx.)
- Calories: 180 per cookie
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fat: 9g
- Protein: 2g
FAQs
Can I freeze the dough?
Yes, freeze dough balls for up to 2 months.
How do I keep cookies soft?
Store with a slice of bread in the container.
Can I make them extra fudgy?
Yes, slightly underbake and use dark cocoa powder.
Conclusion
Double Chocolate Chip Cookies are rich, soft, and full of chocolate in every bite. This easy recipe is perfect for chocolate cravings and always a crowd favorite.