16 Mexican Hot Chocolate Sugar Cookie Recipe Deliciousness Awaits You!

Ingredients:

Dry Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Wet Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Rolling:

• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper.
2. In a separate large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add in the egg and vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
4. Slowly add in the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
5. Form the dough into a ball, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and powdered sugar for rolling.
8. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and then roll in the sugar mixture until fully coated.
9. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set.
11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Optional Toppings:

For an extra touch, you can add some toppings to your cookies before baking. Here are a few ideas:

• Press a whole cinnamon stick into the center of each cookie before baking.
• Sprinkle some crushed red pepper flakes on top of the cookies before baking for an extra kick of heat.
• Add a drizzle of melted chocolate on top of the cooled cookies for a beautiful and decadent finish.

Once cooled, store these mexican hot chocolate sugar cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days. They also make for a great gift or party favor when packaged in a decorative bag or box.

So next time you're craving mexican hot chocolate, skip the traditional drink and give these sugar cookies a try. They're a delicious twist on a classic treat and will definitely become a new holiday favorite in your household. Enjoy!