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Close up photo of the cracked surface and fudgy interior of dark chocolate gluten-free cookies. (Gluten Free Chocolate Cookies)

Gluten Free Chocolate Cookies: The Ultimate Fudgy Sea Salt Treat

These Gluten Free Chocolate Cookies feature a deep matte cocoa finish, a soft-baked fudgy interior, and a signature cracked texture topped with melted sugar-free chips and coarse sea salt.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 165
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Recipe
  • 1 1/2 cups Gluten-Free 1-to-1 Flour Blend 210g; ensure it contains xanthan gum
  • 1/2 cup Dutch-Processed Cocoa Powder 50g; sifted
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda 5g
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter 115g; softened to room temperature
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sweetener 150g; or brown sugar alternative
  • 1 large Egg 50g; room temperature
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract 5ml
  • 3/4 cup Sugar-Free Dark Chocolate Chips 130g; divided
  • 1 tbsp Coarse White Sea Salt Flakes 15g; for finishing

Equipment

  • 1 Stand Mixer Or electric hand mixer
  • 1 Cookie Scoop 2 tablespoon capacity
  • 2 Baking sheet Light-colored preferred
  • 1 Wire cooling rack

Instructions
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sweetener together for 3-5 minutes until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla, beating until fully combined.
  2. Sift in the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda. Mix on low speed until just combined. Fold in 1/2 cup of the chocolate chips.
Chill and Bake
  1. Scoop dough into balls and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to ensure a thick, soft-baked texture.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place dough balls on a lined sheet, press remaining chips on top, and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft. Immediately sprinkle with sea salt flakes.

Notes

Use Dutch-processed cocoa for the darkest color and best matte finish.
Ensure the egg is room temperature to prevent the butter from seizing.
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