Ingredients
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 cup brown sugar, packed
– 2 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup cocoa powder
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
– 1 cup nuts, chopped (optional)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer or whisk
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Baking sheets
– Parchment paper
– Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, I recommend preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This way, you’ll have a perfectly prepped oven when your cookie dough is ready! In a large mixing bowl, I cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. It’s at this point that I enjoy inhaling the sweet, buttery scent—pure bliss! (See the next page below to continue steps…)