Mexican Chocolate Drop Cookies: Cooking Light

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 2
Mexican Chocolate Drop Cookies: Cooking Light
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

27 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

5 ounces bittersweet chocolate , coarsely chopped
3/4 cup all-purpose flour ( about 3.5 oz )
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 dash black pepper
1 dash ground red pepper
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/4 cup butter , softened
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
cooking spray

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
108
Sugar
11g
Fat
4g
These Mexican Chocolate Drop Cookies are a twist on a classic chocolate cookie, with the addition of warm spices like cinnamon and black pepper. They are easy to make and perfect for satisfying a chocolate craving. These cookies are a great addition to any holiday dessert table or as an afternoon snack with a cup of coffee or tea. They are also a great cookie to bake with kids, as they are simple and fun to make.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Place chocolate in a small glass bowl; microwave at HIGH 1 minute or until almost melted, stirring until smooth.
3.Lightly spoon flour into a dry measuring cup; level with a knife. Combine flour and next 5 ingredients (through red pepper); stir with a whisk.
4.Combine sugar and butter in a large bowl; beat with a mixer at medium speed until well blended. Add egg; beat well. Add melted chocolate and vanilla; beat just until blended. Add flour mixture; beat just until blended.
5.Drop by level tablespoons 2 inches apart onto baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350°F for 12 minutes or until almost set. Remove from oven. Cool on pans 2 minutes. Remove cookies from pans; cool on wire racks.

PROS

These Mexican Chocolate Drop Cookies are the perfect balance of rich chocolate and subtle cinnamon and spice.

They are easy to make and a treat for chocolate lovers.

CONS

These cookies are a bit high in sugar and fat, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these cookies are not particularly healthy, they can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The dark chocolate in this recipe contains antioxidants that can help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease.

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