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 our 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 friends and family.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a batch of 40 delectable cookies, each boasting only 54 calories. The balance of flavors in this recipe is truly remarkable, as the sweetness of honey and sugar harmonizes beautifully with the citrusy grapefruit and the exotic spice of star anise. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding, allowing you to whip up a batch of cookies that are both soft and chewy.

Imagine the aroma wafting through your home as these cookies bake to perfection, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. With a simple list of ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll be able to enjoy these delightful cookies in no time. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to treat yourself and your loved ones to a unique dessert that’s sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup all purpose flour 
  • 0.3 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • ounces bittersweet chocolate finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted diced ()
  • 0.5 teaspoon coarse kosher salt 
  • large eggs 
  • teaspoons grapefruit peel 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