Mexican Chocolate Chip Cookie
These Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies are a delightful twist on classic chocolate cookies, infused with warm cinnamon and a hint of chili powder for a subtle kick. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy weeknight treat, these cookies are thick, chewy, and loaded with chocolate chips. Top them with flaky sea salt or mini marshmallows for an extra special touch!
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1½ tsp chili powder adjust to taste
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup dark brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp milk
- ¾ cup milk chocolate chips
- Optional: mini marshmallows flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, chili powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cream the butter and sugars: In a separate bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add wet ingredients: Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and milk until well combined.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a thick, sticky dough forms.
- Fold in chocolate chips: Gently stir in the chocolate chips.
- Chill the dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (this helps the flavors meld and prevents spreading).
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Finish with flair: Sprinkle with flaky sea salt or press mini marshmallows on top before baking for an extra touch.
Notes
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Freezing: Freeze cookie dough balls for up to 3 months and bake directly from frozen.
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