Description
Rich chocolate soft fudgy pudding cookies bring pure indulgence to dessert lovers seeking ultimate comfort. Gooey centers and crispy edges create a delightful contrast that will satisfy chocolate cravings in one irresistible bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips or chunks
- 1 (3.9 ounces/111 grams) box instant chocolate pudding mix (dry mix only)
Sweeteners and Fats:
- 1 cup (2 sticks/226 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Binding and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper, creating a non-stick surface for your delectable treats.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, blend softened butter with brown and granulated sugars, whipping until the mixture transforms into a light, airy consistency.
- Incorporate the instant pudding mix, stirring thoroughly to distribute the powdery goodness evenly throughout the creamy base.
- Gently introduce eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until the ingredients meld into a smooth, glossy mixture.
- Create a separate mixture by combining flour, rich cocoa powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt, ensuring all dry components are well integrated.
- Carefully introduce the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture, stirring with a delicate touch to prevent overmixing and maintain a tender cookie texture.
- Fold chocolate chips or chunks into the dough, distributing them generously to guarantee a decadent chocolate experience in every bite.
- Using a tablespoon, craft rounded dough portions and position them with ample spacing on the prepared baking sheets, allowing room for gentle expansion.
- Slide the trays into the preheated oven and bake for 9-11 minutes, watching for set edges while maintaining a soft, inviting center.
Notes
- Use instant pudding mix for the most consistent texture and rich chocolate flavor that keeps cookies ultra-moist.
- Ensure butter is softened at room temperature to create a smooth, creamy base that helps cookies spread evenly during baking.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading and maintain a thicker, chewier cookie shape.
- For gluten-free version, swap regular flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend and verify pudding mix is gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 194
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 92 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 27 mg