Double Chocolate Chunk Cookies are fudgy and packed with chunks of chocolate. Made without butter or milk, this dairy-free recipe gives you chocolatey, chewy cookies using simple pantry ingredients.
These chocolate chocolate chunk cookies are terrific to have with your morning coffee or to dunk in a cold glass of milk. They're also the perfect comforting treat after a long and busy day.
They're rich, fudgy, and packed with chunks of chocolate, so every bite has plenty of chocolate flavor.
They're simple to prep in one bowl with basic pantry ingredients, and they're made without milk or butter. That makes them a great choice for anyone avoiding dairy without giving up a rich, chocolatey cookie.
They're also easy to make when you're having guests or need something to bring to a potluck with friends. Serve them as a simple dessert, pack them in a lunchbox, or keep a batch on hand whenever you want a homemade chocolate treat.
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What is needed to make these double chocolate chunk cookies?
all-purpose flour
cake flour (for softer cookies)
dairy-free margarine or vegan butter
dairy-free chocolate
light brown sugar
white granulated sugar
cocoa powder
eggs
baking soda
baking powder
vanilla extract or good imitation
salt
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What makes double chocolate chunk cookies fudgy?
The combination of cocoa powder and chocolate chunks gives these cookies their rich, fudgy texture and intense chocolate flavor. Be careful not to overbake them, since they will continue to firm up as they cool.
Can I use chocolate chips instead of chocolate chunks?
Yes. Chocolate chips can be used instead of chocolate chunks. You can also chop a chocolate bar into uneven pieces for a mix of small and large pockets of melted chocolate.
Can I make these cookies with dairy-free chocolate?
Yes. If you need the cookies to be completely dairy-free, use dairy-free chocolate chunks or chocolate chips and check the ingredient label to make sure they contain no milk ingredients.
Do I need to chill the cookie dough?
No. These cookies can be baked without chilling the dough, making them a convenient choice when you want homemade cookies without a long wait.
How should I store double chocolate chunk cookies?
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for several days. For longer storage, you can freeze the baked cookies in a freezer-safe container or bag.
Can I freeze double chocolate chunk cookie dough?
Yes. Scoop the dough into individual portions and freeze them on a baking sheet until firm. Transfer the frozen dough portions to a freezer-safe bag or container and bake them when you're ready.
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Double Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Easy, delicious, chocolate cookies loaded with chocolate chunks and made in one bowl, without milk or butter.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cake flour (for softer cookies)
- 1 cup softened dairy-free margarine or vegan butter
- 1 ½ cups dairy-free chocolate, chopped into chunks
- ¾ cup of light brown sugar
- ½ cup white granulated sugar
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or good imitation
Instructions
- Cream the butter or margarine with the brown sugar and white sugar.
- Mix in the eggs and vanilla.
- Add the all-purpose flour, cake flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt and mix well.
- Add the chocolate chunks and mix well so they are pretty much evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Form balls to any size you like and place on baking sheets that have been lined with parchment paper.
- Place in an oven that has been preheated to 400°F and bake for 10-14 minutes (depending on the size of the cookie) until they are just becoming a slight brown.
- Remove from the baking sheet and let cool.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
24Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 329Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 202mgCarbohydrates: 46gFiber: 2gSugar: 21gProtein: 5g
