Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Piped Chocolate Butter Cookies, a treat that promises to satisfy your sweet cravings. These cookies boast a rich chocolate flavor and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, making them an irresistible choice for any occasion—be it holiday gatherings, birthday celebrations, or a simple craving for something sweet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder
- 2 tablespoons warm milk
- Optional toppings: maraschino cherries, sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla, mixing well.
- Gradually incorporate flour, cocoa powder, salt, and espresso powder until combined.
- Add warm milk gradually until dough reaches a pipeable consistency.
- Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a large tip. Pipe desired shapes onto prepared baking sheets.
- Chill piped cookies in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes before baking.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set but center remains soft.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg