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Spiderweb Chocolate Cookies

Spiderweb Chocolate Cookies
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These Spiderweb Chocolate Cookies combine a rich, deep chocolate flavor with a visually stunning spiderweb design. Perfectly chewy with a tender crumb, they are easy to make and impress at any occasion, from holidays and parties to everyday indulgences. Customizable for various dietary needs, these cookies are a fun and delicious treat for chocolate lovers.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)
  • ½ cup Cocoa Powder
  • ½ cup Butter, softened (or coconut oil for vegan version)
  • ¾ cup Sugar
  • 1 large Egg (or flax egg for vegan version)
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

For Decoration

  • Powdered Sugar or White Icing (for drawing the spiderweb design)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Begin by creaming the softened butter with sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly. Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder, then gradually blend them into the wet ingredients to form a smooth, chocolatey dough.
  2. Shape and Chill: Roll the dough into a log shape, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least one hour. Chilling makes the dough easier to slice and helps maintain the cookie shapes during baking.
  3. Slice and Arrange: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the chilled dough into even rounds about 1/4 inch thick. Arrange them evenly spaced on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Bake the Cookies: Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies tender and chewy.
  5. Create the Spiderweb Design: Once the cookies have cooled slightly, use powdered sugar icing to draw concentric circles on each cookie. Then, with a toothpick or skewer, drag lines outward from the center to the edge of the circle to form an elegant spiderweb pattern.

Notes

  • Chill the dough properly to prevent spreading and ensure clean cookie shapes.
  • Use high-quality cocoa powder for the best chocolate flavor.
  • Slice dough evenly for uniform baking and consistent cookie sizes.
  • Decorate the spiderweb icing while cookies are warm (not hot) for the best adherence.
  • Allow cookies to cool completely before packaging or storing to maintain crispness and design integrity.

Nutrition

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