Description
Cayenne Dark Chocolate Crinkle Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavor of dark chocolate with a surprising kick of cayenne pepper, creating a unique blend of sweetness and spice.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 1 cup (125 g)
- Cocoa powder: 1/2 cup (50 g)
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (5 g)
- Cayenne pepper: 1/4 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200 g)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5 ml)
- Dark chocolate: 4 oz (113 g), chopped
- Powdered sugar: for dusting (about 1/2 cup or 60 g)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking sheet.
- Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and let it cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and cayenne pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and eggs, whisking until frothy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and melted chocolate until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Roll the chilled dough into balls and coat them in powdered sugar.
- Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but the centers are soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure accurate measurement of ingredients for best results.
- Do not skip the chilling step to maintain cookie shape.
- Watch for overbaking; cookies should be soft in the center.
- Use fresh baking powder for proper rising.
- Coat dough balls thoroughly in powdered sugar for the crinkle effect.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cayenne, Dark Chocolate, Crinkle Cookies, Spicy Cookies, Dessert