Double Chocolate Olive Oil Cookies
These fudgy double chocolate cookies use olive oil for a rich, chewy texture that satisfies every chocolate craving.
recipesbynani.comThere is something so special about using olive oil in baking. It keeps these cookies incredibly moist while giving them a deep, complex flavor that pairs perfectly with the dark chocolate. You will love how fast these come together, as they are ready for the oven in just a few minutes.
My favorite thing about this recipe is the contrast between the crispy outer edges and the soft, fudgy center. If you want to take them to the next level, a little pinch of flaky sea salt on top really makes the chocolate flavor pop.
🧺 Ingredients
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
- Flaky sea salt for topping
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil and sugar until well combined. Add the egg and vanilla extract, then stir until the mixture is smooth.
- 3
Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula until no streaks of flour remain.
- 4
Fold in the chocolate chips.
- 5
Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto your prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
- 6
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft.
- 7
Remove from the oven and sprinkle with a little flaky sea salt while the cookies are still warm. Let them cool on the pan for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
💡 Tips
Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days. You can easily make these gluten free by swapping the regular flour for a good quality measure for measure gluten free flour blend.
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