Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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30
servings
1 cup

all-purpose flour

0.25 cup

unsweetened cocoa powder

0.5 tsp

baking powder

0.5 tsp

baking soda

0.25 tsp

salt

0.5 cup

unsalted butter

softened

0.33 cup

granulated sugar

0.33 cup

light brown sugar

packed

1 unit

egg

0.5 tsp

vanilla extract

1 cup

semi-sweet chocolate chips

1 cup

small pretzels

roughly chopped

30 unit

small pretzels

whole, for garnish

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~2 min

In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~2 min

In another bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy (about 2 minutes).

Step 4
~2 min

Beat in egg and vanilla extract until just combined.

Step 5
~2 min

Gradually pour in the flour mixture and beat on low speed until just combined.

Step 6
~2 min

Gently fold in chocolate chips and chopped pretzels.

Step 7
~2 min

Drop tablespoonfuls of cookie dough onto baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 8
~2 min

Lightly flatten each cookie with the back of a spoon.

Step 9
~2 min

Gently press a whole pretzel on top of each cookie.

Step 10
~2 min

Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 11 minutes.

Step 11
~2 min

Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a softer cookie, bake for slightly less time.

Use different types of chocolate chips for variation.

Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High (chocolate)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee.

Perfect for parties or gatherings.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Peanut butter

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular homemade treat.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Birthday Parties

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Snack Time
Dessert

Popularity Score

80/100