Double Chocolate Chip Cookies are a chocolate lover’s dream, offering a rich, fudgy texture that’s packed with both cocoa and chocolate chips. These cookies are indulgent, irresistible, and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Whether you’re making them for a special occasion or just a regular afternoon treat, they’re sure to be a hit!
To begin, preheat your oven and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
In another bowl, cream together softened butter and both white and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step helps create that perfect chewy texture. Next, add in eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well to combine.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until fully incorporated. Once the dough comes together, fold in the star ingredients—both semi-sweet and milk chocolate chips. The combination of two types of chocolate adds extra richness and melty goodness to each bite.
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls, then place them onto your prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. If you like your cookies extra chunky, press a few additional chocolate chips into the tops of each dough ball.
Bake the cookies for about 9-11 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. The cookies will continue to cook a bit as they cool on the baking sheet, ensuring a soft, chewy center with slightly crisp edges.
Once the cookies have cooled slightly, enjoy them with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee. These Double Chocolate Chip Cookies are perfect for any occasion, offering a double dose of chocolate that will please every chocolate lover in your life.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips with a spatula or wooden spoon.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the centers are still soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
Why is it say unsweetened cocoa? Shouldnt it be sweet? Anyway, they were good, but confusing.
Not as great as I expected. The dough was too dry, and they didn’t taste sweet enough for me. More sugar next time!
Really? I thought they were perfect. Dry dough can depend on how you measured the flour. Make sure you don’t pack it too tight! But yeah, sugar is always nice.
I had the same issue! You might want to add a little more liquid next time or let the butter warm up a bit more. But hey, more sugar sounds like a good plan! 🍪
I was skeptical at first but these cookies changed my mind! They were super chocolatey, yum! 🍪
Skeptical? Really? They are just cookies! But glad you enjoyed them anyway. Can’t go wrong with chocolate, right?
I’m so glad you liked them! They’re my absolute favorite 🤤. The double chocolate is a game changer!
I tried making these cookies but they came out flat. Any tips? I followed exactly what it said! 😕
I’m not sure what went wrong but I’ve made these before and they turned out fine 🤷♂️. Maybe check your oven temperature?
Make sure you’re using the right flour! Too much can make them flat. Also, chill the dough for a bit before baking. It helps!
Best cookies ever! I added some nuts, and they were still fantastic. Thanks for this recipe!
Yeah, but how can you say they’re the best? They’re just chocolate cookies. I mean, they’re good, but not the best ever.
I totally agree! These cookies are amazing. Adding nuts sounds like a great idea, I might try that next time!
Simple ingredients but tasted like pro-level! My kids gobbled them up! 🎉
So glad to hear your kids loved them! They really do remind me of a bakery’s treats. 🎉
I don’t know man, cookies with butter and sugar? Seems too easy. How can it taste like pro-level? 🤔
These cookies are amazing! They turned out perfectly soft and chocolatey. Definitely a new family favorite. 😍
I’m glad you loved them! These are my go-to cookies for sure. 🥰
Not sure if I trust this. Cookies can be tricky. Did you really follow the recipe? 🤔
These cookies are AMAZING! Just the right amount of chocolatey goodness. I’m making them again this weekend!
I agree! They’re like little bites of heaven. Have you tried adding nuts to the mix? I think that would be yum too!
Are they really that good? I got a different recipe and they didn’t turn out right. I might skip trying this one.
Too much chocolate! I think there’s such a thing as too much, lol.
Nah, I think you can never have too much chocolate. It’s a cookie, not a salad!
I disagree! More chocolate makes it better. Chocolate lovers unite! 🍫
These cookies are heavenly! So fudgy and chocolatey. My kids love them!