Mexican Double Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge your taste buds with the bold flavors of Mexican Double Chocolate Chip Cookies, a decadent twist on a classic favorite! These rich, fudgy cookies are packed with dark chocolate chips and elevated by the warm spice of cinnamon and a hint of optional cayenne pepper for a subtle, fiery kick. Perfectly balanced between sweet and spicy, they combine silky cocoa and buttery sweetness with a tantalizing depth of flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, these cookies deliver a soft, chewy texture with every bite, making them an irresistible treat for chocolate lovers who crave a touch of adventure. Whether served fresh from the oven or cooled to perfection, they’re a must-try for anyone seeking a unique dessert with a Mexican-inspired flair.
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 piece large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.33 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 0.75 cup dark chocolate chips
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Step 3
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well until fully incorporated.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing thoroughly until a smooth dough forms.
Step 6
Fold in the dark chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough using a spatula or wooden spoon.
Step 7
Scoop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 8
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still appear slightly soft.
Step 9
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy these rich, spicy, and chocolatey treats!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (786.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3274.3 |
| Total Fat 167.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 98.8g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 444.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1338.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 459.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 45.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 271.9g | |
| Protein 50.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 41IU | 0% |
| Calcium 385.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 33.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2566.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories