Description
Texas Sheet Cake Cookies are a delightful twist on the traditional chocolate sheet cake, transforming it into soft, chewy cookies that burst with rich chocolate flavor. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are easy to make and sure to be a crowd-pleaser, whether it’s a birthday party or just a cozy evening at home. With their gooey frosting and inviting aroma, they promise to turn any day into a celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- Powdered sugar (for frosting)
- Milk (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla; mix until smooth.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers are still soft.
- For the frosting, combine powdered sugar with milk until smooth; drizzle over warm cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg