Description
Chocolate Swirl Center Cookies feature a buttery cookie base with a rich chocolate spiral baked into the center. These cookies are as attractive as they are delicious, making them ideal for entertaining or gifting.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Unsalted butter, softened
- Granulated sugar
- Brown sugar
- Egg
- Vanilla extract
- Semi-sweet chocolate, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together.
- Beat butter with sugars until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract and mix well.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until combined.
- Scoop dough onto sheets and flatten slightly. Pipe or spoon melted chocolate in a swirl pattern on top.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes. Cool before serving.
Notes
- For variations, try using white or dark chocolate swirls.
- Add citrus zest to the dough for a refreshing twist.
- Sprinkle with sea salt before baking for a sweet-salty flavor contrast.
- Use a blend of chocolates to create a marbled effect.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. No reheating needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg