Soft Chocolate Cookies with Grapefruit and Star Anise

Soft Chocolate Cookies with Grapefruit and Star Anise
45 min.
40
54kcal

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Indulge your senses with these Soft Chocolate Cookies infused with the unique flavors of grapefruit and star anise. This delightful dessert is not just a treat for your taste buds; it’s an experience that combines the rich, velvety texture of bittersweet chocolate with the zesty brightness of grapefruit peel and the warm, aromatic notes of star anise. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, these cookies are sure to impress your family and friends.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 40 cookies that are both delicious and surprisingly light, each clocking in at only 54 calories. The combination of honey and sugar adds a subtle sweetness, while the hint of grapefruit peel elevates the chocolate flavor to new heights. The star anise, with its distinct licorice-like taste, adds an exotic twist that will leave everyone guessing the secret ingredient.

Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. The chilling step ensures that the cookies maintain their soft, chewy texture, making them irresistible right out of the oven. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a batch of cookies that will not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also spark conversations about their unique flavor profile. Enjoy the delightful fusion of chocolate, citrus, and spice in every bite!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup flour 
  • 0.3 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • ounces bittersweet chocolate finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted diced ()
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • large eggs 
  • teaspoons lime finely grated
  • tablespoons honey 
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • tablespoon cocoa powder unsweetened
  •  star anise whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Combine chocolate and butter in mediummicrowave-safe bowl. Microwave in10-second intervals until chocolate isalmost melted; remove and stir until meltedand smooth. Finely grind 1 teaspoon sugarand 3 star anise in spice mill or small coffeegrinder.
  2. Transfer to small bowl; whisk inflour, cocoa, coarse salt, and baking powder.
  3. Beat remaining 1/4 cup sugar, eggs,honey, and grapefruit peel in large bowluntil thick and smooth. Fold in chocolate,then dry ingredients. Cover bowl; chillbatter until cold and firm, at least 45minutes and up to 1 day.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line 3 largebaking sheets with parchment paper. Dropbatter by tablespoonfuls onto preparedsheets, spacing mounds 2 inches apart.
  5. Bake cookies, 1 sheet at a time, untildry-looking and tester comes out with moistcrumbs still attached, about 10 minutes.Cool on sheet 3 minutes, then transfer toracks and cool completely. DO AHEAD: Can bemade 1 day ahead. Store airtight betweensheets of waxed paper.
  6. * Star anise is a brown, star-shapedseedpod. It’s available in the spice sectionof some supermarkets and at specialty

Nutrition Facts

Calories54kcal
Protein5.87%
Fat59.62%
Carbs34.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.36
Glycemic Load
0.96
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.3608695540739%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.08mg
Epicatechin
0.25mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:53.59kcal
2.68%
Fat:3.6g
5.54%
Saturated Fat:2.07g
12.92%
Carbohydrates:4.68g
1.56%
Net Carbohydrates:4.14g
1.51%
Sugar:3.06g
3.4%
Cholesterol:12.69mg
4.23%
Sodium:36.09mg
1.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:5.16mg
1.72%
Protein:0.8g
1.59%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.43%
Copper:0.08mg
3.99%
Magnesium:11.27mg
2.82%
Iron:0.49mg
2.73%
Phosphorus:22.73mg
2.27%
Selenium:1.55µg
2.22%
Fiber:0.54g
2.18%
Zinc:0.2mg
1.36%
Potassium:40.47mg
1.16%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.15%
Vitamin A:52.07IU
1.04%
Source:Epicurious