Decadent Chocolate Crack Cookies: A Simple Homemade Recipe
Homemade Chocolate Crack Cookies
Discover the joy of baking these delightful Chocolate Crack Cookies right in your own kitchen! Characterized by their crisp, fractured surface and a wonderfully chewy interior, these cookies are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. This easy-to-follow recipe uses simple ingredients to create a truly special treat perfect for any occasion.
Key Ingredients
- 150g cake flour: Essential for achieving a tender crumb in your cookies.
- 15g cocoa powder: Provides the rich, deep chocolate flavor. Unsweetened cocoa powder will yield the most intense taste.
- 2g baking powder: Helps the cookies rise and contributes to their moist texture.
- 80g granulated sugar: Balances the sweetness and plays a role in developing the characteristic cracked surface.
- 40g milk: Adjusts the dough consistency and adds moisture.
- 60g canola oil (or vegetable oil/butter): Contributes to the cookies’ softness and richness. You can substitute with other neutral vegetable oils or melted butter.
- 20g chocolate chips: These delightful morsels add pockets of molten chocolate and a pleasant chewiness. Dark or milk chocolate chips work equally well.
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the 80g of sugar, 40g of milk, and 60g of canola oil. Whisk or stir with a spatula until well combined and smooth, ensuring no lumps remain. This step ensures your wet ingredients are perfectly emulsified.
Step 2
In a separate bowl, measure out 150g of cake flour, 15g of cocoa powder, and 2g of baking powder. Sift these dry ingredients together, preferably twice, into the wet ingredient mixture. Sifting helps to aerate the flour and prevent clumps, leading to a lighter cookie texture.
Step 3
Gently fold the sifted dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula or scraper. Mix just until no dry streaks of flour are visible. Be careful not to overmix, as this can develop the gluten and result in tough cookies. A gentle combination is key.
Step 4
Once the dough comes together into a cohesive ball, stir in the 20g of chocolate chips. Divide the dough into portions of approximately 20g each (or your desired cookie size) and roll them into balls. Place the dough balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they have some space between them. Bake in a preheated oven at 170°C (340°F) for 15 minutes. As they bake, you’ll see the characteristic cracks form on the surface, creating a beautiful appearance. To check for doneness, insert a wooden skewer into the center of a cookie; if it comes out clean, they are ready. If any dough clings to the skewer, continue baking for an additional 5-10 minutes.
Step 5
Your delicious Chocolate Crack Cookies are ready! Once removed from the oven, let them cool on a wire rack until completely cooled. They will firm up as they cool, developing that perfect crispy exterior and chewy center.
Step 6
Here’s a picture of the finished Chocolate Crack Cookies, showcasing their appealing cracked tops and rich chocolate color. They are wonderfully delicious enjoyed with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee!
