Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies
These Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies combine rich cocoa, warm spices, and a hint of chili for an irresistible twist on classic chocolate cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 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 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, cinnamon, cayenne, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.
Notes
For an extra kick, sprinkle a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt on top before baking to enhance the chocolate and spice flavors.
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