Imagine sinking your teeth into a cookie so decadent, so rich, that it transforms an ordinary moment into a pure chocolate paradise. These Dark Chocolate Candy Bar Cookies aren't just another dessert—they're a culinary adventure that combines the intense depth of dark chocolate with chunks of your favorite candy bars, creating a mind-blowing treat that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe. Get ready to become the dessert hero in your circle!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 32 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped candy bars
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the two large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. This will help to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips and chopped candy bars using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. They will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your Dark Chocolate Candy Bar Cookies warm, or store them in an airtight container for up to a week!
Tips
- Use room temperature butter and eggs for smoother, more evenly mixed dough
- Don't overmix the cookie dough—mix just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker, more structured cookies
- Use high-quality dark chocolate chips and candy bars for maximum flavor impact
- Leave enough space between cookies on the baking sheet to allow proper spreading
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking
- Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to maintain softness
- For extra indulgence, slightly underbake the cookies to keep a gooey center
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
