The Art of Chocolate Sprinkle Cookie Perfection

Proper Creaming Technique

Master the art of creaming butter and sugar to incorporate air, creating the light, tender crumb that makes these cookies irresistibly soft.

Cocoa Integration

Learn to properly sift and combine cocoa powder to prevent lumps and ensure even chocolate distribution throughout every bite.

Perfect Portioning

Develop consistent cookie sizing skills using a scoop, ensuring even baking and professional-looking uniform results.

Ganache Mastery

Discover the precise technique for creating silky, glossy ganache with the perfect consistency for smooth spreading and elegant presentation.

Decorative Finishing

Perfect the timing of adding sprinkles while ganache is at the ideal tackiness, creating a beautiful finish that stays in place.

Secrets to Cookie Perfection

Cocoa Quality: Use Dutch-process cocoa for the deepest, richest chocolate flavor with less acidity compared to natural cocoa powder.

Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter and egg are at room temperature for better incorporation and a smoother dough texture.

Perfect Baking: Don't overbake - cookies should look slightly underdone in the center when you remove them; they'll continue cooking on the hot pan.

Ganache Consistency: If your ganache is too thick, warm it gently; if too thin, let it cool longer until it reaches a spreadable consistency.

Make-Ahead Magic: Cookie dough can be portioned and frozen for up to 3 months; bake from frozen, adding 2 extra minutes to baking time.

Storage Success: Store finished cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

Ultimate Chocolate Sprinkle Cookies with Silky Chocolate Ganache Topping and Rainbow Decorations

Name: Ultimate Chocolate Sprinkle Cookies with Silky Chocolate Ganache Topping and Rainbow Decorations
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 18 cookies
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: For the Chocolate Cookie Base:; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder, sifted; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar; 1 large egg, room temperature; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; For the Chocolate Ganache:; 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; For the Decoration:; 1/3 cup rainbow sprinkles; For Special Equipment:; Cookie scoop (2 tablespoon size); Parchment paper; Wire cooling rack; Small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl

The ultimate chocolate sprinkle cookies featuring rich Dutch-process cocoa, silky chocolate ganache, and vibrant rainbow sprinkles. This fudgy cookie combines the deep chocolate intensity with the glossy luxurious topping, creating an unforgettable dessert experience that elevates the classic chocolate cookie to extraordinary heights perfect for birthday parties, holiday celebrations, or any time you crave the perfect balance of chewy texture and intense chocolate flavor.

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Cook Time

12 Minutes

Total Time

27 Minutes

Chef

JUE

Ingredients

Custard Cream

For the Chocolate Cookie Base:

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder, sifted

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup packed light brown sugar

1 large egg, room temperature

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Ganache:

6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips

1/2 cup heavy cream

1 tablespoon unsalted butter

For the Decoration:

1/3 cup rainbow sprinkles

For Special Equipment:

Cookie scoop (2 tablespoon size)

Parchment paper

Wire cooling rack

Small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sifted cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with both sugars using an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating until fully incorporated and smooth.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined and no flour streaks remain.

Using a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop, portion the dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies 2 inches apart.

Bake for 11-12 minutes until the edges are set but centers still look slightly underdone (they will firm up as they cool).

Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

While cookies cool, prepare the ganache by heating the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer (or microwave for 45 seconds).

Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and butter in a heat-safe bowl, let sit for 2 minutes, then whisk until smooth and glossy.

Let the ganache cool for 10 minutes until slightly thickened but still pourable.

Spoon about 1 tablespoon of ganache onto the center of each cooled cookie, gently spreading it toward the edges.

Immediately top each ganache-covered cookie with rainbow sprinkles while the ganache is still wet.

Allow the ganache to set at room temperature for 30 minutes, or refrigerate for 15 minutes for faster setting before serving.

Ultimate Chocolate Sprinkle Cookies with Silky Chocolate Ganache Topping and Rainbow Decorations

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