Indulge in the delectable world of chocolate cut-out cookies, where creativity and taste harmonize perfectly. These cookies, crafted from a rich and flavorful dough, offer a delightful crunch that gives way to a soft, chewy center. Decorated with intricate designs or festive sprinkles, they become edible works of art that tantalize the eyes and the palate. Perfect for holidays, celebrations, or simply as a sweet treat, these cookies are sure to become a beloved favorite.
This comprehensive guide presents a collection of chocolate cut-out cookie recipes, each offering unique variations that cater to different tastes and preferences. From classic chocolate cookies adorned with colorful sprinkles to decadent double chocolate cookies filled with a rich ganache, these recipes provide endless possibilities for creating delectable treats that will satisfy any sweet tooth.
Embrace the joy of baking with these chocolate cut-out cookies, allowing your creativity to shine through in every bite. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, this guide will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to create stunning and delicious cookies that will impress family and friends alike.
GLAZED CHOCOLATE FUDGE CUT OUT COOKIES - DEE DEE'S
For all you chocolate lovers, you are gonna love this glazed chocolate fudgy goodness!! Decorating cookies became a tradition for my daughter and me when my daughter was very young. We decorated cookies for Christmas, Valentines, Easter and Halloween. We've continued this tradition with her sons, my grandsons. This is not...
Provided by Diane Atherton
Categories Cookies
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- 1. DIRECTIONS FOR COOKIES In a separate bowl sift together: flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt; set aside. NOTE: once sifted, I whisked to ensure dry ingredients were well combined.
- 2. Cream butter, sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg, water, almond extract and vanilla. Mix for about 1 minute, or until well combined.
- 3. Add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture 2 or 3 tablespoons at a time. Beat until all ingredients are mixed well. Refrigerate dough 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- 4. Roll the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Cut it into desired shapes. NOTE: For my lightly floured surface, I mix cocoa in my flour to prevent white flour spots on the cookies.
- 5. Bake at 350 degrees for 7-10 minutes. Do not over bake. These cookies are better a little soft. Remove for oven and cool on cookie sheet for 5 minutes; tranfer to wire rack to completely cool.
- 6. Photo of baked cookies cooling on rack.
- 7. DIRECTIONS FOR GLAZE Place all ingredients, except the food coloring, into a medium sized bowl; whisk to combine. You want a thick syrup. Add more powdered sugar to thicken, and more milk to thin.
- 8. Add the food coloring, whisk well to combined.
- 9. Pour the icing into a condiment bottle. Be sure to put the cap on to ensure it doesn't dry out.
- 10. Make additional colors as desired repeating the above steps.
- 11. To decorate; cover cookie with glaze (your choice of color). To make fun patterns and designs you can pipe a different color onto the cookie while it is still wet, or pipe another color on, after it has dried (for 5 minutes). Just depends what kind of look you like. All of the cookies you see here I've used the wet on wet technique.
- 12. Allow cookies to dry over night. Once dry, cookies should stack nicely without affecting the design.
CHOCOLATE CUT OUT COOKIES
A great cookie for cutouts that are brown in color: footballs, animals, leaves, etc.
Provided by Robin J.
Categories Desserts Cookies Cut-Out Cookie Recipes
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cream butter or margarine and sugar until light and fluffy; add eggs, one at a time, beating well. Mix in the vanilla. Combine flour, cocoa powder and baking powder; add and mix well. Wrap dough in waxed paper and chill for 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Divide dough in half. Roll out each half to 1/4 inch thick. Cut with desired shaped cookie cutters. Place on lightly greased cookie sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 29.1 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 56.2 mg, Sugar 11.2 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling and cutting to prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
- Roll the dough to a thickness of 1/4 inch for crisp cookies or 1/2 inch for chewy cookies.
- Use a variety of cookie cutters to create fun shapes.
- Bake the cookies at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Conclusion:
These chocolate cut-out cookies are a delicious and festive treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for holiday parties, potlucks, or simply as a sweet snack. With their simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your home.
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