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Home » Recipes » Desserts » Cookies » Lump of Coal Cookies

Lump of Coal Cookies

By: Liz  /  Published: December 21, 2018  /  Updated: May 19, 2020  /   Leave a comment

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These lump of coal cookies were inspired by a visit I took to an old coal mine in West Virginia last fall. I bought some coal cookies from the gift shop and they were delicious, so I knew I had to try making some at home!

A close up of lump of coal cookies

As luck would have it, Ross Canter from Cookie Good was sharing his recipe for Naughty and Nice cookies on TV this week and his naughty cookies were close to what I was envisioning for my own lump of coal cookies, so I decided to make his version and blog it.

The key ingredient for the jet black color is the cocoa powder, so listen carefully to what I’m about to say. You need black cocoa powder – BLACK, and here’s where I had to do my own research and taste testing.

I tried a couple different types of black cocoa, and this one is the one you should get. It’s made from ultra dark chocolate but it’s Dutched so that the flavor is mellower and it gives the cookies a proper delicious bittersweet OREO chocolate cookie taste.

Dutch cocoa in measuring cup

And boy, does it ever give the perfect “sooty” look to the lump of coal cookie dough!

lump of coal cookie dough

Once the dough is ready, roll it into balls and chill in the fridge for 15 minutes or so. Then roll the balls in black sanding sugar to give the cookies a bit of sparkle!

cookie ball rolled in black sanding sugar

Place them on a baking sheet and bake!

cookie balls on baking sheet

They’ll flatten a little bit so make sure you give them room on your tray.

freshly baked lump of coal cookies

Aren’t they cute?

lump of coal cookies on cooling rack

Once cooled, store them in an airtight container so they’ll maintain their chewy softness.

lump of coal cookies on platter

Gift giving tip: Package a few in a clear cellophane bag and slip inside Christmas stockings.

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Lump of Coal Cookies

Liz - Eat Move Make
Lump of coal cookies are rich, chewy, delicious and absolutely adorable! They'll be a new family favorite and they make fun stocking stuffers!
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 12 mins
Chill Time 20 mins
Total Time 52 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 36 cookies
Calories 187 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 ½ cups black cocoa
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 10 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup crushed OREO cookies
  • black sanding sugar

Instructions
 

  • In electric mixer, cream together butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt. Mix in eggs and vanilla. Mix in cocoa powder. (You may want to stir it in a bit by hand to get it started so the cocoa doesn't go flying everywhere.)
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and baking soda. Gradually fold into butter and cocoa mixture. Fold in chocolate chips and crushed OREOS. Form into balls; chill in refrigerator.
  • While dough is chilling, preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Roll balls in black sanding sugar. Place on ungreased baking sheet. Bake about 12 minutes. Let stand on cookie sheet one minute; transfer to wire cooling rack.
All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only and nutrition may vary according to exact products and the online nutrition calculator being used. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on EatMoveMake.com should only be used as a general guideline.

Nutrition

Calories: 187kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 148mgPotassium: 136mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 174IUCalcium: 23mgIron: 2mg
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Liz is a midwestern mom gone southern (accent in transition). She lives in North Carolina and loves cooking, baking, traveling, movies, crafts, hot and cold tea, wine, pizza and the occasional nap. She also revels in the fact she's a crazy cat lady.

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  1. Melinda says

    December 22, 2022 at 12:09 pm

    These cookies are AMAZING! Helpful hint: to better hold the “lumpy” shape, refrigerate cookie dough balls for AT LEAST 2 hours. Bake for exactly 12 minutes.

    Reply
  2. Mari says

    April 11, 2020 at 12:52 pm

    Mine flattened like a chocolate chip cookies. Wonder how I could make them look more rounded like a piece of coal.

    Reply
    • Liz says

      April 11, 2020 at 1:04 pm

      The chilling helps a little bit with it but yes, they do spread like chocolate chip cookies. You could also try making them with cold butter cut into pieces, rather than softened and avoid overmixing the dough. Also, make sure your baking soda is fresh. I hope you enjoyed the flavor though!

      Reply
  3. alissa apel says

    December 27, 2018 at 5:51 pm

    I bet they taste just wonderful! The ingredients sounds tasty!

    I got everything made, but 1. I was supposed to review a Christmas roller. Well I waited and waited. It must have been one of those things that came from China. Anyhow I just got it yesterday. It’s not even that impressive. Ha!

    Reply
  4. Annemarie LeBlanc says

    December 23, 2018 at 2:09 am

    I can make this but I won’t dare show it to my mom. Haha. She will think I burned the cookies. Maybe I can give some to her to taste and that will surely change her mind.

    Reply
  5. Autumn Rose Reo says

    December 22, 2018 at 8:12 am

    I was thinking the same thing for the kids – they’ll love it and hate me at the same time!

    Reply
  6. Alicia Gonzalez says

    December 22, 2018 at 3:22 am

    OMG! I love this. It looks hilarious but delicious at the same time. I’m going to try to make some for the kids this weekend to put some in their stocking.

    Reply
  7. Sherry says

    December 22, 2018 at 12:23 am

    I haven’t heard of black cocoa powder before. These cookies really do look like coal. I bet they taste delicious though.

    Reply
  8. Mama to 6 blessings says

    December 21, 2018 at 10:10 pm

    That is too funny! Love this idea. There are a few people I can think of off hand to give these to!

    Reply
  9. Jennifer says

    December 21, 2018 at 9:08 pm

    What a creative and festive cookie recipe! They look tasty.

    Reply
  10. krystal says

    December 21, 2018 at 9:03 pm

    I am obsessed! These are just the sweetest thing and look delish!

    Reply
  11. Claudia Krusch says

    December 21, 2018 at 8:28 pm

    They are sooo cool! They really look like lumps of coal!

    Reply
  12. Amy says

    December 21, 2018 at 7:39 pm

    LOL!!! I know three kids who probably deserve a dozen of these each! They are so cute but perfect for naughties!

    Reply
  13. Brianne says

    December 21, 2018 at 1:40 pm

    What a fun and tasty treat for Christmas! They do look like lumps of coal. I can see having these as a prank!

    Reply
  14. Stacie says

    December 21, 2018 at 10:59 am

    I have to make a batch of these and put them in my kids’ stockings! These are so great!

    Reply

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