Description
Indulge in these soft and decadent cookies that fuse rich chocolate with warm spices for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt.
- Cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars using an electric mixer for 3-5 minutes.
- Add vanilla extract and egg into the butter mixture, mixing thoroughly.
- Combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a cohesive dough forms.
- Shape the dough into balls about one tablespoon each and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, use coconut oil instead of butter. Consider adding chocolate chips for extra richness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg