Decadent Black & White Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in these luxurious Black & White Chocolate Chip Cookies, where rich dark cocoa meets creamy white chocolate. Each bite is a delightful combination of flavors and textures, making these cookies both sophisticated and comforting. Perfect for any occasion, from casual family gatherings to upscale dessert platters, these cookies are sure to impress. Easy to whip up, they evoke the warm, nostalgic memories of childhood baking adventures. Just be warned—they're so delicious that you might find yourself reaching for a second (or third) cookie before you even realize it!
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Servings
120
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter or Margarine
1/2 cup (softened)
White Sugar
1/2 cup (granulated)
Brown Sugar
1/2 cup (packed)
Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon (pure)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (fine)
Cocoa Powder
1/2 cup (sifted)
Water
1/3 cup (room temperature)
Baking Soda
1 teaspoon (dry)
All-Purpose Flour
1 1/4 cups (sifted)
White Chocolate Chips
1 cup (semi-sweet)
Dark Chocolate Chips
1 cup (semi-sweet)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a baking sheet by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter (or margarine), white sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3
Sift in the cocoa powder and mix thoroughly until the cocoa is well integrated and the mixture is smooth.
4
In a small bowl, dissolve the baking soda in the water, then gradually add it to the cocoa mixture, stirring to combine.
5
Slowly incorporate the flour into the mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6
Fold in both the white chocolate chips and dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between each cookie as they will spread slightly while baking.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 14 to 16 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Keep an eye on them to avoid overbaking, as this will lead to a drier cookie.
9
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
6g
Fat
16g
Carbs
1.2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Black & White Chocolate Chip Cookies?
They are rich cocoa-based cookies featuring a combination of creamy white chocolate chips and dark chocolate chips for a sophisticated flavor.
What is the recommended oven temperature for these cookies?
The oven should be preheated to 325°F (163°C).
How long should the cookies bake?
Bake the cookies for 14 to 16 minutes until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, the recipe allows for 1/2 cup of either softened butter or margarine.
How many calories are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 120 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 6g of fat in each cookie.
How much sugar is required for the dough?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of granulated white sugar and 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar.
Should the cocoa powder be sifted?
Yes, sifting 1/2 cup of cocoa powder ensures it integrates smoothly without lumps.
Why is water used in this cookie recipe?
1/3 cup of room temperature water is used to dissolve the baking soda before adding it to the cocoa mixture.
What type of flour is best for these cookies?
The recipe uses 1 1/4 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
How much vanilla extract is needed?
Use 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract for the best flavor profile.
How much baking soda is required?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of dry baking soda.
What kind of chocolate chips are used?
The recipe uses 1 cup of white chocolate chips and 1 cup of dark chocolate chips.
How should I prepare the baking sheet?
You should either grease the baking sheet or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
What is the protein content of these cookies?
Each cookie provides approximately 1.2g of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in each cookie?
There are 16g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the first step in the mixing process?
The first step is to cream together the butter, white sugar, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt until fluffy.
When should I add the chocolate chips?
Fold in the white and dark chocolate chips after the flour has been just combined into the dough.
How should the dough be placed on the baking sheet?
Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the sheet, leaving space between them as they will spread while baking.
What should I do after taking the cookies out of the oven?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Can I overmix the dough?
You should avoid overmixing once the flour is added to ensure the cookies don't become too tough.
Is salt necessary in this recipe?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of fine salt is used to balance the sweetness and enhance the chocolate flavor.
What texture should the butter have?
The butter should be softened to room temperature for proper creaming.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 total ingredients required for these cookies.
What makes these cookies 'Black & White'?
The 'Black' comes from the rich cocoa-based dough and dark chips, while the 'White' comes from the white chocolate chips.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
Tags include cookies, chocolate, baking, dessert, sweet treats, and decadent.
Is the brown sugar packed?
Yes, use 1/2 cup of firmly packed brown sugar.
What happens if I overbake the cookies?
Overbaking will result in a drier, harder cookie rather than the intended soft-centered texture.
Should the water be hot or cold?
The recipe specifies 1/3 cup of room temperature water.
What is the total carbohydrate count?
Each serving contains 16g of carbohydrates.