Chocolate Spanish Peanut Cookies

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 15
Indulge in these decadent Chocolate Spanish Peanut Cookies
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2/3 cup softened unsalted butter
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cocoa
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup Spanish peanut

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
20
Calories
259
Sugar
20g
Fat
15g
Chocolate Spanish Peanut Cookies are a twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie, packed with the rich flavor of Spanish peanuts. These cookies are perfect for when you're craving something sweet and satisfying. They're easy to make and can be easily customized with different types of nuts and extras like dried fruit or coconut flakes. Chocolate Spanish Peanut Cookies are a great treat for parties, holidays, or anytime you need something indulgent and delicious.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3.Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
4.In another mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
5.Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
6.Stir in the chocolate chips and Spanish peanuts.
7.Drop the cookie dough by heaping tablespoons onto the lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8.Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until set.
9.Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

These cookies are rich, chocolatey, and peanutty with a soft and chewy texture.

They are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and sharing with family and friends.

The recipe is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients that are likely to be already stocked in your pantry.

CONS

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

The recipe may not be suitable for those with a nut allergy as it contains Spanish peanuts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these cookies are not exactly health food, dark chocolate does have some potential health benefits.
It contains antioxidants that may help to protect against heart disease and cognitive decline.
It also contains compounds that have been linked to lowering blood pressure and improving insulin sensitivity.

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