Description
Chocolate-loving bakers rejoice with fiesta fudge cookies, a delightful Mexican-inspired dessert that blends rich cocoa and festive sprinkles. Colorful and indulgent, these cookies promise a celebration of flavor that will transport you to a sweet culinary adventure.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup butter (113 g)
Chocolate and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
Binding and Moisture Ingredients:
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper, creating a perfect canvas for these spicy-sweet chocolate cookies.
- Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, cumin, chili powder, and cayenne pepper in a large mixing bowl, creating a complex spice blend that will infuse the cookies with bold, exciting flavors.
- In a separate bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, developing a rich, smooth base for the cookies.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time into the butter mixture, followed by vanilla extract and milk, ensuring a smooth and well-integrated wet mixture.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until a cohesive dough forms, being careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips and salsa, distributing the ingredients evenly throughout the dough to create pockets of spicy-sweet surprise.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain slightly soft, creating a perfect fudgy texture.
- Remove from the oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve these fiery, decadent cookies as a unique dessert that combines the richness of chocolate with a vibrant, spicy kick.
Notes
- Experiment with different types of salsa to customize the heat level and flavor profile, ranging from mild to extra spicy depending on personal preference.
- Swap out traditional chocolate chips for dark chocolate or white chocolate chips to create unique variations that complement the spicy undertones.
- Use gluten-free flour blend and dairy-free alternatives like coconut oil and plant-based milk to make these cookies suitable for those with dietary restrictions.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading and help the cookies maintain a more compact, dense texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg