Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Piped Chocolate Butter Cookies, a treat that perfectly balances rich chocolate flavor with a buttery texture. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are not only simple to prepare but also offer versatility in presentation, allowing you to customize them with your favorite toppings. Ideal for festive gatherings or as thoughtful gifts, these cookies will impress at any occasion. With just a few basic ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can create elegant treats that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 Tablespoons warm milk
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
- Maraschino cherries
- Sprinkles or coarse sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing well.
- Gradually incorporate flour, cocoa powder, and salt until combined.
- Warm the milk and dissolve espresso powder in it; add this mixture to the dough and mix until creamy.
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large tip and pipe desired shapes onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 3 inches apart.
- Chill piped cookies in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes before baking for optimal shape retention.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until edges appear set. Cool on wire racks before dipping in melted chocolate if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 16mg