Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies, also known as Chocolate Snickerdoodles. These soft and fudgy cookies combine rich chocolate with a warming hint of cinnamon, creating a unique flavor profile that’s simply irresistible. With their slightly crisp edges and melt-in-your-mouth texture, they are perfect for any occasion—be it holiday gatherings, birthday parties, or an afternoon pick-me-up with coffee. Rolled in cinnamon sugar for that extra touch, these cookies are sure to please both cookie lovers and chocolate enthusiasts alike. Easy to make and fun to customize, this recipe is a must-try!
Ingredients
- 1 cup softened butter
- 1 & 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 & 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 & 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Granulated sugar (for rolling)
- Cinnamon (for rolling)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2. In a large bowl or stand mixer, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add sugar and mix until light and fluffy.
- 3. Incorporate eggs and vanilla extract; mix well.
- 4. In another bowl, combine cocoa powder, flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Create a well in the center.
- 5. Add dry ingredients into the wet mixture gradually while mixing on low speed until just combined.
- 6. Shape dough into uniform rounds (2-3 tablespoons each). Roll in a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon.
- 7. Place on prepared sheets at least two inches apart and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- 8. Allow to cool for two minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Chill the dough for deeper flavors if desired. Experiment with adding cayenne pepper for a spicier kick or use different types of sugars for rolling.