Delish Triple Chocolate Cookie Recipes
These triple chocolate cookies are exactly what they sound like: an indulgent, chewy cookie studded with cocoa, dark-chocolate chunks, and melty milk chocolate chips. They walk the line between brownie and cookie—deep, chocolatey, and a little fudgy in the middle—so they’re the kind of cookie you reach for when you want something impressive without fuss. If you love layered chocolate flavor and a texture that’s soft at the center with a slightly crisp edge, these are for you.
My husband is the designated cookie taste-tester in our house and these have become his particular weakness. I’ll bake a single sheet for an afternoon treat and somehow they disappear in a single episode of our favorite show; he swears it’s my fault for making them “too good.” Our kid loves pressing extra chips into the tops before they go into the oven — it’s become his job, and honestly I love the little chocolate-studded crown it leaves on each cookie. These started as a weekend experiment and are now a regular on our rotation for school bake sales, last-minute guests, and Sunday afternoon couch time.
Why You’ll Love This Delish Triple Chocolate Cookie Recipes
– Deep, multi-dimensional chocolate flavor from cocoa powder, dark chunks, and milk chips.
– A fudgy interior with crisp edges — the best of both cookie worlds.
– Flexible dough: chill it for thicker cookies or bake right away for thinner, chewier rounds.
– Simple pantry ingredients with an option to upgrade one or two elements (better chocolate = noticeably better cookie).
Behind the Recipe
Over the dozen or so times I refined this recipe I learned that the balance of cocoa powder to chips is key: too much dry cocoa and the cookies can feel chalky, too many chips and they lose that brownie-like give. Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes makes a big difference if you want a thicker cookie and helps control spread. Also, use a mix of chocolate forms — chunks, chips, and a little grated bar — for texture variety. Finally, don’t be shy with a light sprinkle of flaky sea salt on the warm cookies; it brightens the chocolate in a way that feels surprising and utterly necessary.
Shopping Tips
– Baking Basics (Flour/Sugar/Leaveners): Use all-purpose flour and check your baking soda’s date—old leavening can leave cookies flat. Cane sugar gives a clean sweetness; a bit of brown sugar adds chew.
– Fats & Oils: Unsalted butter is your friend here; it browns nicely and lets you control seasoning. If using salted, reduce any extra added salt.
– Chocolate: Buy at least two quality types — bittersweet or dark chocolate for chunks and milk chocolate chips for pockets of creamy sweetness; higher cocoa content adds intensity.
– Eggs: Use large eggs at room temperature so they incorporate more evenly and help the dough rise and set correctly.
– Nuts & Seeds: Optional add-ins like chopped toasted pecans or walnuts are delicious — choose fresh, firm nuts to avoid any bitter or stale notes.
Prep Ahead Ideas
– Make the dough the day before and refrigerate in an airtight container; it actually develops better flavor and spreads less in the oven.
– Portion dough into scoops on a baking sheet and freeze until solid, then transfer to a bag — bake from frozen adding a minute or two to the time.
– Keep pre-measured sugars and dry ingredients in labeled jars for quick assembly when you want cookies on short notice.
Time-Saving Tricks
– Use a medium cookie scoop to portion dough quickly and uniformly so baking times are consistent.
– Skip to chilled dough baking by scooping and freezing dough balls in advance; no need to thaw before baking.
– Keep a clean plate or sheet ready to press extra chips on top post-scoop — it’s faster than doing it per cookie while the tray is full.
Common Mistakes
– Overbaking: I once walked away for two minutes too long and learned that a soft center firms after cooling; pull them when centers still look a touch underdone.
– Using too-cold butter: If your butter is rock-solid, it won’t cream properly and you’ll lose airiness. Let it sit for a bit so it’s slightly soft to the touch.
– Skimping on salt: Chocolate needs salt. If you skip it, the flavor can fall flat — a pinch in the dough and a flake on top work wonders.
– Dumping in all chips at once: Stir gently to avoid overworking the dough, which can make cookies tough.
What to Serve It With
These cookies are wonderful with cold milk, a robust cup of coffee, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an irresistible warm-cookie sundae. For gatherings, arrange on a platter with a mix of plain and sprinkled (sea salt or espresso dust) cookies to add visual interest.
Tips & Mistakes
Serve warm for the fullest chocolate experience; if you overbake, revive slightly by microwaving a cookie for 6–8 seconds to soften the center. If you want crisp cookies, let them cool fully on the sheet to finish firming up.
Storage Tips
Store in airtight containers in the fridge. It reheats beautifully, but if you sneak a bite cold straight from the container, it still works.
Variations and Substitutions
Swap half the all-purpose flour for bread flour if you want a chewier crumb, or replace some butter with browned butter for a nutty, caramel note. Use dark chocolate only for a more sophisticated, less sweet cookie; for a lighter flavor, use milk chocolate exclusively. Nut-free is fine — leaving them out won’t harm texture.
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Delish Triple Chocolate Cookie Recipes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter Bring to room temperature for easier mixing.
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup brown sugar Packed tightly for best results.
- 2 large eggs Use large eggs for the best texture.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For a warm flavor.
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Sifted for a lighter result.
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Make sure it's unsweetened.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda To help the cookies rise.
- 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
- 2 cups chocolate chips Use a mix of semi-sweet and dark.
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until it's light and fluffy. This is where the magic happens!
- Add in the eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition, and then stir in the vanilla extract. This helps create a delightful, rich batter.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually incorporate this dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Finally, fold in those generous chocolate chips, ensuring they're evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between each to allow for spreading.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, until the edges are firm but the centers are still slightly soft. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.