Ingredients: 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs, beaten 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder Pinch of salt 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped (about 1/3 cup) Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Add salt and mix until just combined. Stir in chocolate until well combined. Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheet; bake for 12 minutes or until cookies are golden brown.
Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookies
Dress chocolate sugar cookies up for Valentine’s Day with a beautiful melted chocolate drizzle and festive sprinkles! Kids and adults alike will swoon over these simple yet decadent holiday cookies. These chocolate sugar cookies look pretty and taste even better!
How to Make Chocolate Sugar Cookies
Cream the wet ingredients together. Add the dry ingredients and combine. Wrap the cookie dough and refrigerate for at least 45 minutes. Scoop cookie dough balls and roll them into granulated sugar. Bake the cookies and let them cool. Decorate cooled cookies with a drizzle of melted chocolate and sprinkles.
If you love chocolate, this chocolate sugar cookie recipe is for you! These cookies are such a cute and festive addition to any holiday, party, or baby shower!
Can I add chocolate chips to the cookie dough?
For a double dose of chocolate, add ½-1 cup of chocolate chips to the cookie dough. I love adding mini chocolate chips!
Can I use melted chocolate chips instead of candy wafers for the drizzle?
Absolutely. Melt candy wafers, chocolate chips, or chopped chocolate bars to use for the drizzle. If using white chocolate chips, add a couple drops of gel food coloring to add a pop of color! Sweeten Valentine’s Day or any day with homemade chocolate sugar cookies! Easy to make and full of chocolate flavor, everyone loves these classic cookies. If you make this recipe be sure to leave us a comment or rating. Enjoy!
