If there’s one thing that can make the holiday season even more magical, it’s the scent of freshly baked cookies wafting through the house. Today, we’ve got a delightful Austrian Christmas baking recipe to add a touch of sweetness to your festive celebrations. These Schokoladenkekse, or Chocolate Biscuits, are a perfect treat to enjoy with a cup of hot cocoa or a glass of milk by the fireplace.
Schokoladenkekse (Chocolate Biscuits)
Ingredients:
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
3. In a separate large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating until smooth and well incorporated.
5. Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft cookie dough forms.
6. Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7. Using a cookie scoop or a spoon, portion out the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Gently flatten each cookie with the back of a spoon or your fingers to your desired thickness.
9. Bake the Schokoladenkekse in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.
10. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these decadent Schokoladenkekse with a steaming cup of tea for a cozy afternoon treat or pack them up in a festive tin to give as edible gifts to friends and family. The rich cocoa flavor combined with melty chocolate chips makes these biscuits a holiday crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for more. Embrace the joy of Christmas baking and create wonderful memories in the kitchen with these delectable Chocolate Biscuits.
