Double Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Servings 30 servings
Calories 198kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter softened
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3.4 oz box chocolate fudge or chocolate instant pudding mix
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 11.5 oz package semi sweet chocolate chunks
Instructions
- Cookie Dough: Using an electric mixer cream together the butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar and vanilla on medium-high speed. Beat for 2 minutes until fluffy and light beige in color.
- Add the eggs one at a time beating well after each addition. Stop and scrape sides of the bowl periodically.
- In a medium-size mixing bowl use a whisk to sift together the flour, pudding mix, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
- Lower to medium speed and gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients. Once all is added beat for 15-30 seconds or just until fully incorporated.
- Fold in the chocolate chunks by hand until evenly distributed in the dough.
- Place into an airtight container and chill for 30-60 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Roll the cookie dough in 1 1/2-inch balls. Arrange cookie dough balls on the prepared pan leaving at least 2-inches between each. Using the palm of your hand flatten the centers.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Notes
- Chill Time - Chilling cookie dough will prevent the cookies from spreading too much and becoming too flat while baking. It gives the butter in the dough a change to firm. You can bake these cookies immediately but they will be flatter.
- Use a Cookie Scoop for Uniformity - Use a cookie scoop or 1 1/2 tablespoon ice cream scoop to divide the dough into even portions. This ensures even baking.
- Chocolate Chunks - You can use semi sweet chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips in place of chocolate chunks for double chocolate chip cookies. You could also use peanut butter chips for a flavor twist.
- Cocoa Powder - You can use dark cocoa powder or dutch process cocoa powder for an even deeper chocolate flavor.
- Butter - You can use salted or unsalted butter.
- Nuts - You could add 1/2-1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 198kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 136mg | Potassium: 70mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 228IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg