Decadent Chocolate Christmas Drop Cookies
Rich and indulgent, these Decadent Chocolate Christmas Drop Cookies are a delightful treat perfect for the holiday season. With a blend of smooth cocoa and warm spices, each cookie delivers a festive flavor that will bring joy to your gatherings. Easy to prepare and fun to share, these cookies make wonderful gifts or a sweet addition to any holiday dessert platter. Bake a batch to spread the cheer during this magical time of year!
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Servings
70
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
shortening or margarine
1/2 cup (softened)
sugar
1 1/4 cups (granulated)
eggs
2 (large)
cinnamon
2 teaspoons (ground)
flour
2 cups (all-purpose)
baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons
baking soda
1/2 teaspoon
salt
1/4 teaspoon
baking cocoa
12 tablespoons (or 3 pkgs melted)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the shortening (or margarine), sugar, and eggs until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, cocoa powder, and salt until well combined.
4
Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed mixture, stirring until just combined and smooth.
5
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded portions of dough onto an ungreased cookie sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 7 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are no longer shiny.
7
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
3g
Fat
11g
Carbs
1g
Protein
6g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Chocolate Christmas Drop Cookies?
They are rich and indulgent chocolate cookies with warm spices, specifically designed for holiday celebrations and gifting.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long do these cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 7 to 10 minutes until the edges are set and the tops are no longer shiny.
Can I use butter instead of shortening?
The recipe suggests using shortening or softened margarine for the creamed mixture.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
This recipe requires 2 large eggs.
Is there a specific spice used for the holiday flavor?
Yes, 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon are added to provide a festive warmth.
What type of flour is recommended?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of all-purpose flour.
Can I use melted chocolate instead of cocoa powder?
Yes, you can use either 12 tablespoons of baking cocoa or 3 packages of melted chocolate.
Do I need to grease the cookie sheet?
No, you should drop the dough onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
How far apart should I space the dough drops?
Space the rounded portions of dough about 2 inches apart on the sheet.
What is the best way to portion the dough?
You can use a standard tablespoon or a cookie scoop to drop rounded portions.
How should the initial mixing be done?
In a large bowl, cream together the shortening, sugar, and eggs until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Should the dry ingredients be mixed separately?
Yes, whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, cocoa, and salt in a separate bowl before adding to the wet ingredients.
What is the cooling process?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
How many calories are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 70 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 3 grams of fat in each cookie.
How many carbohydrates are in each cookie?
Each cookie contains 11 grams of carbohydrates.
What is the sugar content for these cookies?
There are 6 grams of sugar per cookie.
Is there any protein in these cookies?
Yes, each cookie provides 1 gram of protein.
Does the recipe include salt?
Yes, the recipe uses 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
What leavening agents are used?
This recipe uses both baking powder (1 1/2 tsp) and baking soda (1/2 tsp).
How much sugar is required for the dough?
You will need 1 1/4 cups of granulated sugar.
Is this a difficult recipe to bake?
No, it is tagged as an easy recipe and is very straightforward for holiday baking.
What category does this recipe belong to?
It belongs to the cookies, dessert, and drop cookies categories.
Can these be given as gifts?
Yes, they make wonderful holiday gifts or additions to a dessert platter.
How many ingredients are needed in total?
The recipe requires 9 main ingredients.
What should the consistency of the final dough be?
The dough should be stirred until just combined and smooth before dropping onto the sheet.
Are these cookies suitable for a Christmas party?
Yes, they are festive chocolate treats designed to bring joy to holiday gatherings.
How much shortening is used?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of softened shortening or margarine.
When should I add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients?
Gradually add the dry whisked mixture to the creamed mixture after the wet ingredients are light and fluffy.