Yield: 24-36 cookies depending on size
Dark Chocolate Candy Bar Cookies
Ingredients
- ¾ cup butter, softened (1½ sticks)
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ⅜ cup dark cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- 1 1/2 cups of chopped up candy/candy bars of your choice
Instructions
- In a medium sized bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla and mix for another minute or two until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips and half of the candy pieces.
- Scoop dough into 2-inch balls and arrange on a cookie sheet or plate. Press the rest of the candy pieces into the top of the dough. Freeze for 30-60 minutes or until dough is super firm.
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- After dough has chilled, Place cookie dough on sheet, 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set. Cool for a few minutes before removing from cookie sheet and cooling on a wire rack. Repeat with remaining dough!