Cocoa Drop Cookies

Indulge your sweet tooth with these soft and chocolatey Cocoa Drop Cookies—a quick and easy treat that’s perfect for any occasion! Made with rich unsweetened cocoa powder, a blend of brown and granulated sugars, and a hint of vanilla, these cookies deliver an irresistibly fudgy bite in every mouthful. The optional addition of semi-sweet chocolate chips takes these cookies to the next level, adding melty pockets of decadence. Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish, this no-fuss recipe relies on simple ingredients and a classic drop-cookie method, making it beginner-friendly and ideal for last-minute baking. Serve them fresh with a cold glass of milk or package them up as a thoughtful homemade gift. These cookies also store beautifully, so you can enjoy their chewy goodness for days!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups brown sugar (packed)
• 1 piece large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 0.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a dough forms. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Step 6

Stir in the milk to soften the dough slightly. If using, fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Do not overbake; the cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(945.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3667.3

Total Fat 151.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 447.0mg	0%
Sodium 1174.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 596.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.8g	0%
Total Sugars 368.2g
Protein 58.8g	0%

Vitamin D 112.3IU	0%
Calcium 436.3mg	0%
Iron 33.2mg	0%
Potassium 2629.3mg	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: 34.3%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 59.8%