Decadent Fudge Chocolate Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• 1/2 cup fudge pieces

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
6. Stir in the chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, and fudge pieces until evenly distributed.
7. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Enjoy these decadent fudge chocolate cookies with a glass of cold milk!