Mexican Spice Cookies
Indulge your sweet tooth with a bold twist by baking these irresistible Mexican Spice Cookies, a rich fusion of chocolate and warming spices guaranteed to elevate your cookie game. The perfect blend of unsweetened cocoa, cinnamon, and a hint of cayenne pepper creates a delightful balance of sweet and spicy, while optional chunks of dark chocolate add a luxurious texture. Ready in just 30 minutes, these soft and chewy cookies boast crispy edges and a melt-in-your-mouth center, making them an ideal dessert or snack. Whether you’re satisfying a chocolate craving or looking to impress at your next gathering, these spiced treats deliver rich flavor with a subtle kick. Perfect for lovers of Mexican-inspired desserts, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cayenne pepper
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 unit large egg
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup chopped dark chocolate or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and cayenne pepper. Set aside.
In a large bowl, using a hand or stand mixer, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, and mix until fully combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. If using chopped dark chocolate or chocolate chips, fold them into the dough at this stage.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into small balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4793 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 264.0 g | 338% | |
| Saturated Fat | 161.0 g | 805% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 703 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 1975 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 627.0 g | 228% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 60.2 g | 215% | |
| Total Sugars | 351.6 g | ||
| Protein | 65.2 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 386 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 43.7 mg | 243% | |
| Potassium | 2862 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
