Mexican Hot Chocolate Balls

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 16

Spicy and fragrant Mexican Hot Chocolate Balls recipe for the holidays

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

151

Sugar

Fat

10g

Mexican Hot Chocolate Balls are a popular twist on traditional chocolate cookies, offering a perfect combo of cocoa powder with spices like cinnamon and a touch of pecans to create a rich and aromatic cookie recipe. The cookies are crunchy on the outside, but soft and delicate on the inside, perfect for indulging in small bites during the holidays. Traditionally served in Mexico during the Christmas season, they have become a festival favorite worldwide and offer a great appetizer to any party table.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter with the powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
3.	Add the cocoa powder and vanilla, and mix well.
4.	In a separate bowl, mix the flour and cinnamon together.
5.	Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, stirring until just combined.
6.	Fold in the chopped pecans.
7.	Shape the dough into 1-inch balls, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
8.	Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until set.
9.	Allow to cool before serving.

PROS

These Mexican Hot Chocolate Balls are a delicious twist on traditional chocolate cookies.

The combo of cocoa powder and cinnamon with a touch of pecans makes for a spicy, fragrant and rich cookie treat.

CONS

These cookies are high in calories and sugar, so should be enjoyed in moderation as a sweet treat.

Also, if you are allergic to pecans, you can swap them with any other kind of nuts or leave them out completely.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cocoa has been shown to have numerous health benefits, including containing antioxidants and flavonoids that can help reduce inflammation and improve heart health.
The cinnamon in this recipe has been linked to supporting digestion and regulating blood sugar levels.

	1 cup butter , softened
	1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
	1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
	1 teaspoon vanilla
	2 cups flour
	1 teaspoon cinnamon
	1 cup pecans , finely chopped