Hey y’all! Let’s dive into a treat that combines sweetness with a bit of spice – Italian Chocolate and Black Pepper Cookies! These cookies bring together rich chocolate flavors and a surprising kick that’ll have your taste buds dancing. Perfect for gatherings or just to enjoy at home with a nice cup of tea or coffee. So, let’s get into it, shall we?
Italian Chocolate and Black Pepper Cookies
These cookies are not your regular chocolate chip cookies; they bring a delightful twist with the addition of freshly cracked black pepper. Trust me, you’re going to love this unique flavor combination!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 cup chocolate chips (dark or semi-sweet)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, and then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
- Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving enough space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Remove from the oven, allowing the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
And there you have it – Italian Chocolate and Black Pepper Cookies that’ll spice up your dessert game! Enjoy them warm or store them in an airtight container for later. Just be ready for everyone to come asking for more!