Brazilian Chocolate Chip Cookie

Ingredients

While the American Chocolate Chip Cookie is known for its soft and chewy texture, the Brazilian adaptation focuses on achieving a crispy and crunchy bite. Additionally, we incorporate Brazilian ingredients such as cacau powder and coconut flakes to infuse the cookies with a tropical twist. We alse have the original recipe for Chocolate Chip Cookie, so you can check it out.

• 1 cup (200g) unsalted butter, softened 1 cup (200g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1 cup (200g) brown sugar 1 cup (200g) brown sugar
• 2 large eggs 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 ½ cups (300g) all-purpose flour 2 ½ cups (300g) all-purpose flour
• ½ cup (50g) cacau powder ½ cup (50g) cacau powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ cups (250g) chocolate chips 1 ½ cups (250g) chocolate chips
• 1 cup (80g) coconut flakes 1 cup (80g) coconut flakes

Nutrition

• Calories: 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat: 9g (5g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 24g (16g sugars)
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.3g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2.
   In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. 3.
   Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. 4.
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cacau powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. 5.
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
6. 6.
   Fold in the chocolate chips and coconut flakes until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7. 7.
   Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. 8.
   Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
9. 9.
   Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Butter — Make sure the butter is softened at room temperature for easier creaming with the sugars.
• Cacau powder — Use high-quality cacau powder for the best flavor.
• Coconut flakes — Toast the coconut flakes lightly before adding them to the dough for an enhanced nutty taste.

Tips & Tricks

• For a chewier texture, slightly underbake the cookies by reducing the baking time by 1-2 minutes.
• Experiment with different types of chocolate chips, such as dark chocolate or white chocolate, to add variety to your cookies.
• Add a pinch of cinnamon to the dough for a warm and aromatic flavor.
• If you prefer a less sweet cookie, reduce the amount of granulated sugar by ¼ cup.
• Store the cookies in an airtight container to maintain their crispiness.

Serving advice

Serve these Crispy Cacau Delights with a cup of freshly brewed Brazilian coffee for a delightful afternoon treat. They are perfect for sharing with friends and family or enjoying as a sweet indulgence on your own.

Presentation advice

Arrange the cookies on a beautiful platter, garnished with a sprinkle of powdered sugar and a few extra coconut flakes. The contrast of the dark chocolate chips against the light coconut flakes will make them visually appealing.