Chocolate Cookie Dough Balls (Printer-Friendly)
Buttery chocolate dough balls with a crisp edge, soft center, and chocolatey bites. Quick and easy for all occasions.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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14 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/4 cups chocolate chunks
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1/3 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
# Steps to Make This:
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In a large bowl, combine the softened butter with granulated sugar and beat with a hand mixer or wooden spoon until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
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Add the egg to the creamed mixture and mix thoroughly until fully blended.
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Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing until just combined and a soft dough forms.
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Gently fold in the chocolate chunks and, if using, the chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Roll portions of dough into walnut-sized balls by hand. Arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each ball for expansion during baking.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Bake the dough balls for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the exterior turns golden brown.
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Allow the cookie dough balls to cool briefly on a wire rack before serving.
# Additional Notes:
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For even baking, ensure all dough balls are similar in size. Add your favorite mix-ins like dried fruit or alternative types of chocolate for flavor variety.