Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of rich chocolate and warm cinnamon with these Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies, also known as Chocolate Snickerdoodles. These soft and chewy cookies feature a fudgy center, a perfectly crackly top, and are rolled in a sweet cinnamon sugar mixture that makes them irresistible. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a sweet afternoon treat, they offer a comforting bite that pairs beautifully with a glass of milk. Easy to make and customizable with your favorite spices, these cookies are sure to become a staple in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup softened butter
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ to ⅓ cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
- 1 ½ tablespoons cinnamon (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract; mix until fully combined.
- In another bowl, combine cocoa powder, flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Create a well in the dry ingredients.
- Add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients gradually while mixing at low speed until just combined.
- Shape rounded portions of dough (about 2-3 tablespoons each) and roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Place on prepared baking sheets at least two inches apart.
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Let cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <2g
- Cholesterol: <15mg
Keywords: Chill the dough for up to 48 hours for enhanced flavor. Customize by adding cayenne pepper for an extra kick or incorporating chocolate chips.