Craving a chocolate treat that's both gluten-free and irresistibly delicious? Look no further! These chocolate wafer cookies are the ultimate solution for anyone seeking a crisp, rich, and guilt-free dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth without compromising on flavor or texture. Whether you're following a gluten-free diet or simply love chocolate, these wafer cookies are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup gluten free all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare your baking workspace by preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until thoroughly combined and no lumps remain.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Add the large egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, beating until well incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a cohesive dough forms. The dough should be slightly crumbly but able to hold together when pressed.
- Transfer the dough onto a piece of plastic wrap and shape into a flat disc. Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to firm up the dough and make it easier to handle.
- Remove the dough from the refrigerator and roll out between two sheets of parchment paper to about ¼ inch thickness.
- Use a small round cookie cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out uniform wafer circles, placing them approximately 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are slightly firm and the centers look set.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, store the gluten-free chocolate wafer cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Chill the dough before rolling to prevent sticking and make handling easier.
- Use parchment paper when rolling out the dough to prevent it from breaking.
- For uniform cookies, invest in a small round cookie cutter or use a consistent-sized glass rim.
- Watch the baking time carefully - these cookies can quickly go from perfectly crisp to overdone.
- Allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack to achieve maximum crispness.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain their delightful crunch.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of espresso powder to enhance the chocolate taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 85kcal
Carbohydrates: 9g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg
