Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Mexican Hot-Chocolate Cookies, where rich cocoa meets the warming spice of cinnamon and a hint of optional chile powder. These cookies offer a unique twist on traditional chocolate treats, making them perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in. Their crumbly texture and robust flavor profile are sure to impress anyone lucky enough to enjoy them. Easy to make and even easier to love, these cookies are a crowd-pleaser that can be enjoyed fresh out of the oven or stored for later indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1.75 cups sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- Optional: 0.5 teaspoon chile powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat together room-temperature butter and 1.5 cups sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients until just combined.
- In a small bowl, mix remaining sugar with cinnamon (and chile powder if desired).
- Shape dough into balls, roll in cinnamon-sugar mixture, and place on prepared sheets.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until set and slightly cracked; cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For extra texture, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts. Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of cinnamon or chile powder according to taste preferences.