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Soft Chocolate Sugar Cookies

If you’ve never had a chocolate sugar cookie, you’re in for a game-changing treat. These Soft Chocolate Sugar Cookies are the ultimate blend of rich cocoa flavor and classic sugar cookie texture. They’re soft, chewy, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious—perfect for cookie lovers looking for a chocolatey twist on a timeless favorite.

I developed this recipe based on my super popular recipe for Soft Amish Sugar Cookies.

Why You’ll Love These Chocolate Sugar Cookies

Perfect for Decorating: Roll them in sugar or top with chocolate sprinkles for a bakery-worthy finish.

Soft and Chewy Texture: Thanks to a combination of butter, oil, and powdered sugar, these cookies bake up thick, tender, and incredibly soft.

Rich Chocolate Flavor: With just the right amount of cocoa powder, you get that deep chocolate taste without overpowering sweetness.

No Chill Time Required: Just mix, scoop, and bake!

Soft Chocolate Amish Sugar Cookies

Ingredients You’ll Need

Make sure to get the full ingredient list and instructions in the recipe card!

  • Butter – softened for easy mixing
  • Vegetable oil – adds moisture for that soft bite
  • Granulated sugar and Powdered sugar – gives the cookies their signature melt-in-your-mouth feel
  • Large eggs
  • Vanilla extract
  • All-purpose flour
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder – use a good-quality Dutch-processed cocoa for richer flavor
  • Baking soda & cream of tartar – for lift and softness
  • Salt
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Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Bake: Bake for 8–10 minutes. Cookies will look slightly underbaked in the center—that’s perfect. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  2. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. Mix the Wet Ingredients: Cream together butter, oil, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla; beat until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the Dry Ingredients: The flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt can all be mixed in nowExpert Tips for Success
  5. Don’t overbake! The key to soft cookies is pulling them out just before they look fully set.
  6. Make it festive: Add holiday-themed sprinkles or drizzle with white chocolate for a seasonal twist.
  7. Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer freshness.. Slowly mix into the wet ingredients until fully combined.
  8. Scoop and Sprinkle: Using a large cookie scoop, drop dough onto prepared baking sheets. Press a few chocolate sprinkles on top for a fun finish.
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Expert Tips for Success

Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer freshness.

Don’t overbake! The key to soft cookies is pulling them out just before they look fully set.

Make it festive: Add holiday-themed sprinkles or drizzle with white chocolate for a seasonal twist.

Recipe FAQs

Can I freeze the dough?
Yes! Scoop and freeze the dough balls on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer to a zip-top bag and freeze for up to 2 months.

Can I make these gluten-free?
Absolutely—just swap in your favorite 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

Do these cookies spread?
Not too much! The dough holds its shape well, resulting in thick, bakery-style cookies.


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Soft Chocolate Sugar Cookies

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  • Author: Shelly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Cookies
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: Dessert

Description

These Soft Chocolate Sugar Cookies are a totally unique cookie. They’re soft and dense with a melt-in-your-mouth texture.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
  3. Cream together butter, oil and both sugars on medium speed until smooth. Beat in eggs and vanilla, scraping sides of bowl as necessary.
  4. Mix in baking soda, cream of tartar and salt.
  5. Turn the mixer to low and add in cocoa powder until combined evenly. Finally add in flour, mixing until combined.
  6. Using a large (3 tablespoon) cookie scoop drop dough onto lined baking sheet. Add sprinkles now if desired. Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are set. Do not over bake.
  7. Allow to cool for 3 minutes on baking sheet and transfer to wire rack to finish cooling.

Notes

Store airtight at room temperature for up to 3 days for best freshness.

Freeze airtight for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature. 

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6 comments on “Soft Chocolate Sugar Cookies”

  1. Okay, so I’m hosting a Ugly Christmas Sweater Party next week and I want the most gorgeous cookie appetizer tray as possible for my guests ~ these are totally going on the list! And I’m giving away the same $200 artisan wood board on my blog right now. Yay!

  2. Laura @ Laura's Culinary Adventures

    I was just talking with a friend the other day about how sugar cookies would be better if they were chocolate! Yum!

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