Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies (Cookie Mix)

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 2

Hot and spicy chocolate cookies with a hint of cinnamon

Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies (Cookie Mix)

by The Chefin Cookies

Prep

10 min

Cook

12-15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/4 cup sugar
	1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
	1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
	1 tablespoon mexican hot instant chocolate drink mix ( from 19-oz package )
	1 box betty crocker sugar cookie mix ( 1 lb 1.5 oz )
	1 egg
	1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

120

Sugar

Fat

These Mexican hot chocolate cookies are a twist on traditional sugar cookies, with a spicy, chocolatey kick. They are made using a Betty Crocker sugar cookie mix, which simplifies the recipe and reduces preparation time. The cookies are perfect for holiday parties, or any time you want to impress your friends and family with a unique and tasty treat. The rich, deep flavors of hot chocolate and cinnamon pair perfectly with the miniature chips of semisweet chocolate, creating a burst of flavor with every bite.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
3.	In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter/margarine and Mexican hot instant chocolate drink mix.
4.	Add the Betty Crocker sugar cookie mix and egg to the creamed mixture, and stir together until a dough forms.
5.	Fold in the miniature semisweet chocolate chips.
6.	Roll the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and roll each ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
7.	Place balls on an ungreased cookie sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

These cookies are an easy treat to make, and are perfect for chocolate and spice lovers.
The addition of cinnamon and Mexican hot chocolate mix gives these cookies a unique flavor that is sure to please.

CONS

These cookies are high in sugar and fat, and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Also, since the recipe uses a cookie mix, it is not entirely homemade.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The cinnamon in these cookies has been linked to improved blood sugar control and anti-inflammatory effects. Additionally, chocolate has been linked to improved heart health and reduced risk of stroke.