Description
Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies are a delightful treat that combines rich chocolate flavors with a hint of spice, making them perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Prepare the dough by mixing the dry ingredients and creaming the butter and sugar.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Shape the cookies and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake the cookies in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.
- Cool the cookies and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- Measure ingredients accurately for the best results.
- Chill the dough to prevent spreading while baking.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies, chocolate cookies, spicy cookies, baking recipes