1cupunsweetened dark cocoa powder(Hershey’s Special Dark recommended)
2teaspoonscornstarch
1teaspoonbaking soda
½teaspoonsalt
1cupbutter(melted)
1 ¼cupsgranulated sugar(packed)
¾cupbrown sugar
2teaspoonsvanilla extract
2largeeggs
Topping:
8ouncessemi-sweet chocolate chips
¾cupheavy cream
½ cupSprinkles
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until a uniform dough forms.
Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
Chill the dough balls for 30 minutes to help cookies hold their shape during baking.
While dough chills, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake chilled dough balls for 9–10 minutes, or until edges are set but centers remain soft. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare chocolate topping:
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and heavy cream.
Heat on high for 30 seconds, stir, then heat in additional 20–30 second intervals until smooth and fully melted.
Top cookies: Spoon chocolate over the center of each cookie and gently spread toward the edges.
Add sprinkles: Immediately decorate each cookie with Cosmic Brownie sprinkles before the chocolate sets.
Notes
Chilling the dough helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much in the oven.
If the chocolate begins to harden while spreading, microwave for a few seconds to soften again.
Slightly underbaking the cookies ensures a fudgy, brownie-like center.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
Feel free to use milk chocolate or white chocolate for a different twist, or mix in mini chocolate chips into the dough for extra chocolatey bites.