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Double Chocolate Treasures

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These Double Chocolate Treasures are the ultimate indulgence for any chocolate lover. The dough is a deep, rich brown, thanks to a generous amount of cocoa powder and a combination of white and light brown sugars that provide a perfect balance of sweetness and caramel notes. Softened butter creams beautifully with the sugars, creating a tender crumb that holds together perfectly. The addition of semisweet chocolate chunks ensures every bite has a melty, gooey center, while chopped pecans add a delightful crunch and nutty depth. These cookies are soft, chewy, and intensely chocolatey, making them ideal for holiday cookie exchanges, afternoon tea, or simply satisfying a serious sweet tooth. They bake up quickly, so keep a close eye on the oven to maintain their fudgy texture.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Calories: 1318.7
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These Double Chocolate Treasures are the ultimate indulgence for any chocolate lover. The dough is a deep, rich brown, thanks to a generous amount of cocoa powder and a combination of white and light brown sugars that provide a perfect balance of sweetness and caramel notes. Softened butter creams beautifully with the sugars, creating a tender crumb that holds together perfectly. The addition of semisweet chocolate chunks ensures every bite has a melty, gooey center, while chopped pecans add a delightful crunch and nutty depth. These cookies are soft, chewy, and intensely chocolatey, making them ideal for holiday cookie exchanges, afternoon tea, or simply satisfying a serious sweet tooth. They bake up quickly, so keep a close eye on the oven to maintain their fudgy texture.
Ingredients
  • 2 cup Flour
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Butter, softened
  • 2/3 cup White sugar
  • 2/3 cup Light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 package Oz large semisweet
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. 2
    In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. 3
    In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, white sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
  4. 4
    Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  5. 5
    Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  6. 6
    Fold in the semisweet chocolate chunks and chopped pecans (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  7. 7
    Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. 8
    Bake for 9 to 12 minutes, or until the cookies are set but still soft in the center.
  9. 9
    Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1318.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 58.9g91%
Saturated Fat 34.8g174%
Cholesterol 222.2mg75%
Sodium 2893.1mg121%
Total Carbohydrate 197.6g66%
Dietary Fiber 18.5g74%
Sugars 80.9g
Protein 24.9g50%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chocolate, cookies, baking, pecans, cocoa, semisweet, brown sugar, vanilla, eggs, butter, flour, dessert, holiday, treats, chewy, fudgy, snack, christmas, indulgent, homemade
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