Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cocoa powder, sugar, and vegetable oil. Mix until it forms a thick, dark paste.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the chocolate mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
Cooking
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, then roll each ball generously in powdered sugar.
- Place the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the baking sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the cookies have puffed and cracked but are still soft in the center.
- Let them cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 2 hours chill)
- Cooking Time: 12 minutes
Finishing
- Total Time: About 2 hours 30 minutes
- Kcal: Approx. 120 per cookie
- Servings: Makes about 30 cookies
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
