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Devil’S Food Drop Cookies

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These Devil's Food Drop Cookies are the ultimate chocolate lover's treat, offering a dense, fudgy texture reminiscent of brownies in cookie form. Made with unsweetened chocolate, brown sugar, and a hint of vanilla, they deliver deep, robust cocoa flavors in every bite. The addition of sour cream ensures a tender crumb, while chopped walnuts provide a delightful crunch. Topped with a simple mocha frosting made from butter, cocoa, and instant coffee, these cookies are perfect for holiday parties, potlucks, or a cozy weekend baking session. They pair beautifully with a glass of cold milk or a cup of coffee.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 446.7
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These Devil's Food Drop Cookies are the ultimate chocolate lover's treat, offering a dense, fudgy texture reminiscent of brownies in cookie form. Made with unsweetened chocolate, brown sugar, and a hint of vanilla, they deliver deep, robust cocoa flavors in every bite. The addition of sour cream ensures a tender crumb, while chopped walnuts provide a delightful crunch. Topped with a simple mocha frosting made from butter, cocoa, and instant coffee, these cookies are perfect for holiday parties, potlucks, or a cozy weekend baking session. They pair beautifully with a glass of cold milk or a cup of coffee.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup Butter; softened
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla
  • 2 ounce (2 squares) unsweetened;
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC) and grease cookie sheets.
  2. 2
    In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsweetened chocolate and butter together, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
  3. 3
    In a large bowl, beat the brown sugar, softened butter, and vanilla until creamy.
  4. 4
    Beat in the melted chocolate mixture, then add the egg and sour cream, mixing until well combined.
  5. 5
    In a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. 6
    Gradually beat the dry ingredients into the chocolate mixture until just incorporated.
  7. 7
    Fold in the chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
  8. 8
    Drop the dough by heaping teaspoonfuls, about 2 inches apart, onto the prepared cookie sheets.
  9. 9
    Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookies are set but still soft in the center.
  10. 10
    While cookies bake, make the frosting: In a small bowl, combine powdered sugar, unsweetened cocoa, softened butter, instant coffee, vanilla, and enough milk to reach a spreadable consistency.
  11. 11
    Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  12. 12
    Once cool, spread or pipe the mocha frosting over the top of each cookie.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 446.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24.3g38%
Saturated Fat 15.3g77%
Cholesterol 64.5mg22%
Sodium 232.6mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 59.6g20%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
Sugars 59.0g
Protein 0.4g1%

* 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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