Midnight Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the decadent depths of our Midnight Cookies! These rich, dark, and intensely chewy cookies are a midnight snack dream come true. Slightly underbaked for that perfect, gooey center, they're the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers. Get ready for a taste of pure, dark chocolate bliss!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 46 mins
Calories 267.4 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Midnight Cookies

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How to Make Midnight Cookies

  1. In a standing mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar on low speed until light and fluffy (at least 5 minutes).
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  3. Add 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat on low speed until just combined.
  4. Gradually add half of the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  5. Add the remaining dry ingredients and 2 cups chocolate chips, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
  9. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops begin to crack. The centers should still be slightly soft.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 15 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Once completely cool, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Serve cold and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

102g

Fat

40g

Carbs

12g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Midnight Cookies?

Midnight Cookies takes about 71 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 46 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Midnight Cookies?

Midnight Cookies has approximately 267.4 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 20 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Midnight Cookies?

The key ingredients for Midnight Cookies are Unsalted Butter, Light Brown Sugar, All Purpose Flour, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Baking Soda, Table Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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