What are cocoa drop cookies?

Cocoa crop cookies are soft, chewy cookies made by dropping spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet. They're simple to make and packed with chocolate flavor.

What is the best type of cocoa to use in chocolate drop cookies?

Unsweetened cocoa powder works best for a rich chocolate flavor. For a deeper taste, use Dutch-processed cocoa powder.

How do I make my chocolate drop cookies soft and chewy?

Use room-temperature margarine or butter, avoid overmixing the dough, and slightly underbake the cookies for a soft, chewy texture.

Can I add other ingredients like nuts or chocolate chips to cocoa drop cookies?

Yes! My grandmother's recipe calls for chopped pecans. You can also mix in chocolate chips, other nuts, or even dried fruit to customize your cookies and add texture.

How do I store cocoa drop cookies to keep them fresh?

Store cocoa drop cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Add a slice of bread to the container to keep them moist.

Cocoa Drop Cookies

Ingredients

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1 cup margarine
2 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 1/4 cup buttermilk
2 tsps vanilla extract
3 1/2 cups flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 cup cocoa
2 cups chopped pecans

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Instructions

Pre-heat oven to 400°F.
Mix sugar, margarine, salt and eggs thoroughly.
Stir in buttermilk and vanilla.
Sift all dry ingredients together.
Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until combined.
Chill for one hour.
Drop rounded teaspoons of dough about 2" apart on greased baking sheet.
Sprinkle with granulated sugar.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes.

Author: Superman Cooks
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Category: cookie

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4
Calories: 500
Sugar: 35.6 g
Sodium: 486.5 mg
Fat: 23.5 g
Carbohydrates: 69.4 g
Protein: 8.8 g
Cholesterol: 33.8 mg