These dark chocolate almond cookies are a perfect balance of rich chocolate flavor and the crunch of toasted almonds. With a soft, chewy texture and a hint of bitterness from the dark chocolate, they make a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup roasted almonds, chopped
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter with the brown sugar and white sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips and chopped almonds.
- Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set. The centers may look soft, but they will firm up as they cool.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious dark chocolate almond cookies!