Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies
These Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies are rich, spiced chocolate treats combining cinnamon and a hint of chili for a warm, comforting 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 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Drop tablespoon-sized scoops onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of the cookies before baking or serve warm with a glass of milk or Mexican hot chocolate.
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