Chocolate Wafers

Indulge in the rich, crispy perfection of homemade Chocolate Wafers, a delightful treat perfect for snacking or elevating your favorite desserts. These thin, cocoa-infused cookies are crafted with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and softened butter, ensuring a decadent chocolate flavor in every bite. The dough is chilled and sliced into perfectly thin rounds for even baking, resulting in a wafer that’s lightly crisp around the edges yet melt-in-your-mouth tender. Ready in under an hour and yielding 24 servings, these versatile wafers shine on their own or as a key ingredient in layered desserts like icebox cakes. Whether you're looking to satisfy a sweet craving or get creative with dessert recipes, these easy Chocolate Wafers are a must-try for chocolate lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons whole milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the vanilla extract to the creamed butter and sugar mixture, and mix until combined.

Step 5

Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix just until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Turn the dough out onto a piece of wax paper or plastic wrap, and shape it into a log approximately 2 inches in diameter. Wrap it tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.

Step 7

Once chilled, slice the dough into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick, using a sharp knife.

Step 8

Place the slices about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets. They will spread slightly while baking.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the wafers appear slightly crisp.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Store the wafers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Enjoy as-is, or use them in desserts like icebox cakes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(546.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2174.6

Total Fat 114.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 262.0mg	0%
Sodium 1250.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 317.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.1g	0%
Total Sugars 154.7g
Protein 38.2g	0%

Vitamin D 71.8IU	0%
Calcium 222.4mg	0%
Iron 24.7mg	0%
Potassium 2018.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.1%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 51.7%