Chocolate Dunking Cookies
Description
These Chocolate Dunking Cookies are the ultimate companion for your morning coffee or afternoon tea. Designed with a crisp, firm texture, they hold up beautifully when dipped, offering a satisfying crunch without disintegrating. Made with rich cocoa, brown sugar for depth, and margarine for a buttery flavor, these treats deliver a classic chocolate experience. The dough is chilled to ensure the cookies stay flat and sturdy during baking. Whether you serve them plain or try the cinnamon or lemon variations, they are a versatile dessert that brings a touch of homemade comfort to any gathering. Simple ingredients come together to create a nostalgic treat that is easy to store and even easier to enjoy.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
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In a large bowl, cream margarine, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
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Add vanilla extract and egg whites, mixing at medium speed until creamy; scrape down the bowl as needed.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
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Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 24 hours, to firm up.
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Let the dough sit at room temperature until pliable enough to roll.
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On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a 12-inch square.
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Cut the dough into three 4-inch wide strips, then cut each strip into twelve 1-inch by 4-inch rectangles.
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Place cookies on baking sheets sprayed with cooking spray or lined with foil.
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Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until cookies are firm and set.
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Remove from oven and let cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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For Cinnamon variation: Omit cocoa, add 1/4 cup extra flour and 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon to dry ingredients.
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For Lemon variation: Omit cocoa, add 1/4 cup extra flour, 1 tsp lemon flavoring, and zest of 1 lemon to wet ingredients.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 36
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 359.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20.7g32%
- Saturated Fat 6.6g33%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 317.7mg14%
- Total Carbohydrate 45.0g15%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 44.7g
- Protein 0.1g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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