Description
Checkerboard cookies are a delightful blend of chocolate and vanilla that not only tantalize your taste buds but also create a stunning visual treat. With their buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture and striking pattern, these cookies are perfect for any occasion—from casual gatherings to festive celebrations. Easy to prepare and customizable, they are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and cocoa powder; gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Divide dough in half; keep one half plain and mix cocoa powder into the other half.
- Shape each portion into logs about 2 inches wide, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice logs into half-inch rounds, alternating colors on the baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes until set.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie approximately 25g
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg