Giant Chocolate Valentine Cookie (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Cookie Layer

01 - 2 tablespoons (28g) softened unsalted butter
02 - 2 tablespoons (25g) white sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons (25g) brown sugar, packed
04 - 2 tablespoons (30ml) whisked egg
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla flavoring
06 - 1/4 cup (31g) plain all-purpose flour
07 - 2 tablespoons (10g) cocoa powder, unsweetened
08 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, leveled
09 - 1/4 teaspoon regular salt

→ Toppings and Extras

10 - 1/4 cup (55g) semi-sweet chocolate chips plus 1 tablespoon for garnish
11 - 2 teaspoons optional festive sprinkles

# Instructions:

01 - Beat softened butter and both sugars till smooth. Add vanilla and egg, mixing well.
02 - Sift together cocoa, flour, soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Slowly mix into wet ingredients, then fold in 1/4 cup of chocolate chips.
03 - Pop the dough in the fridge to chill while preheating your oven to 350°F.
04 - Make a tall dough heap on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle on the reserved chocolate chips and sprinkles.
05 - Bake for 18-22 minutes, just until edges harden but the middle stays soft. Let it set for 5-10 minutes before enjoying.

# Notes:

01 - Yields one large 6-inch cookie
02 - Cookie middle will firm as it cools off
03 - Dough can be divided into 4 smaller cookies
04 - Good to eat for up to 5 days if left at room temperature