Crispy Chocolate Cookies

1 . Stage

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

2 . Stage

Combine butter, sugar, and egg in a bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.

3 . Stage

Mix flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt together. Add to the butter mixture, 1 cup at a time, until evenly incorporated. Gradually beat in water, then vanilla extract.

4 . Stage

Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Press gently to flatten the mounds of dough.

5 . Stage

Bake in the preheated oven until firm, about 20 minutes. Cool for 3 minutes before removing from the baking sheets.