Double Chocolate Chip Cookies

Delicious chocolate cookies loaded with cocoa and chocolate chips, perfect for any chocolate lover.

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 15

Total Time 45

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 24 pieces

Calories 150 kcal

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
1 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
1 cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon espresso powder, optional Optional ingredient for enhanced flavor.
2 tablespoons milk + more as needed (no more than 1/4 cup total) Add more if dough is too thick.
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided
Sea salt for garnish, optional Sprinkle on top before baking.

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugars with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, then pour in the vanilla extract. Scrape the bowl and blend again until mixed.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and optional espresso powder.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until almost combined.
Stir in 2 tablespoons of milk and 1 1/2 cups of chocolate chips. If the dough is too thick, add more milk as needed—it should be thick but scoopable.
Cover and chill the dough for at least 3 hours (or overnight) to allow the flavors to combine.

Let the dough sit at room temperature for 10-20 minutes, then preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Scoop the dough into 2-3 tablespoon-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 3 inches of space between each one.
Press the remaining chocolate chips onto the tops and sprinkle with sea salt, if desired.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are set, and the centers are slightly soft.
Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. They can also be frozen for up to three months.

Keyword Baking, Chocolate Cookies, Dessert, Double Chocolate Chip Cookies