30-Minute Dove Chocolate Chip Cookies
Rich chocolate cookies made with melted Dove Promises chocolates and studded with additional chocolate pieces in the center. The combination of melted chocolate in the dough and whole chocolates pressed into each cookie creates an intensely chocolatey treat with a soft, tender crumb. Perfect for chocolate lovers and special occasions when you want to impress with minimal effort. The use of premium Dove chocolates sets this apart from standard chocolate chip cookies.
Ingredients
- 1 bag Dove Promises Dark Chocolateany premium chocolate1:1gluten-freevegan
use chopped chocolate pieces
- 2 sticks butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flourgluten-free flour blend1:1gluten-freegluten-free
may need xanthan gum
Instructions
- 1
Place 12 Dove Promises chocolates in microwave-safe bowl and microwave, stirring every 15 seconds, until melted
- 2
Cream butter and sugar in mixing bowl
- 3
Gradually add flour then stir in melted chocolate until thoroughly blended
- 4
Roll dough into 24 walnut-size balls
- 5
Arrange balls 2-1/2 inches apart on cookie sheet
- 6
Slightly flatten each ball with bottom of lightly floured glass
- 7
Press one Dove Promises chocolate piece into center of each cookie
- 8
Bake in preheated oven until set
Tips
Use room temperature butter for easier creaming and better texture in the final cookies.
Lightly flour the glass bottom to prevent sticking when flattening the cookie dough balls.
Let cookies cool completely on the baking sheet to prevent breaking when transferring.
Good to Know
Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week
Dough can be made 1 day ahead and refrigerated, or shaped cookies can be frozen for up to 1 month
Serve at room temperature for best texture and flavor
Common Mistakes
Avoid overbaking to prevent dry, hard cookies
Press chocolate pieces gently to avoid cracking the dough
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
Vegan Options
use chopped chocolate pieces
Gluten-Free Swaps
may need xanthan gum
FAQ
Can I use milk chocolate instead of dark chocolate?
Yes, you can substitute milk chocolate Dove Promises for a sweeter, milder chocolate flavor throughout the cookies.
What if I don't have Dove chocolates?
Any premium chocolate can work - just chop larger bars into pieces similar in size to the Promises chocolates.
How long will these cookies keep fresh?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or freeze for up to three months.