Spicy Chocolate Cayenne Cookies (Printable Version)
Dark chocolate cookies balanced with cayenne deliver a subtle, spicy twist for dessert lovers.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cookie Base
01 - 1 roll prepared chocolate cookie dough
→ Spice
02 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Thoroughly mix ground cayenne pepper into the chocolate cookie dough until evenly distributed.
02 - Shape dough into evenly sized balls and arrange evenly spaced on a baking sheet.
03 - Place baking sheet in a preheated oven and bake according to package directions, typically 12 minutes, until cookies are set.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Uses only two ingredients you likely already have
- Ready in under twenty minutes including cleanup
- Easy to personalize for more or less spice
- Always a conversation starter at parties
02 -
- Vegetarian friendly and suitable for celebrations
- Spice level can be easily adjusted for preferences
- Pairs well with cold milk or vanilla ice cream
03 -
- Rolling dough with slightly damp hands prevents sticking after mixing in the cayenne
- Always taste a tiny bit of dough before baking a whole tray because cayenne strength and peoples palates vary A little goes a long way and you can always add more
- Batch baking these means you are ready for any last minute gathering or gifting opportunity