Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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- 1 teaspoon baking soda
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- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
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- ¼ teaspoon salt
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened at room temperature)
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
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- ½ cup packed brown sugar
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- 1 large egg
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- 2 tablespoons buttermilk
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- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
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- 1 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
I start by preheating my oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that my cookies bake evenly and achieve that perfect chewy texture.
- Combine Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, I whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. This mix allows the flavors to meld while providing the right structure to my cookies.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars
In a large mixing bowl, I use an electric mixer to beat together 1/2 cup of unsalted butter (softened), 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup of brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step usually takes about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Egg and Flavorings
Next, I add in 1 large egg, 1/2 cup of buttermilk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. I mix until everything is well combined, making sure the egg is fully integrated.
- Incorporate Red Food Coloring
I then mix in 2 tablespoons of red food coloring. This gives my cookies that vibrant red hue, making them visually striking.
- Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures
Gradually, I fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients using a spatula. I do this until just combined, being careful not to overmix, as it keeps my cookies tender.
- Add White Chocolate Chips
Finally, I gently fold in 1 cup of white chocolate chips into the dough. The sweet morsels will melt slightly while baking and create delightful pockets of creamy goodness.
- Scoop the Dough
Using a cookie scoop, I drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. This gives them room to spread.
- Bake the Cookies
I bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. The cookies will puff slightly and develop a nice crackled top.
- Cool and Enjoy