Chilli Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350ºfF). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder in a medium bowl.

   Tip: Use a whisk or spatula for this step.

3. 3

   Cream the butter and sugars in a large bowl until light and fluffy.

   Tip: Use an electric mixer for this step.

4. 4

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

   Tip: Use an electric mixer for this step.

5. 5

   Combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.

   Tip: Be careful not to overmix.

6. 6

   Stir in the chilli powder and chocolate chips.

   Tip: Use a spatula for this step.

7. 7

   Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking tray, leaving 2cm of space between each cookie.

   Tip: Use a cookie scoop for this step.

8. 8

   Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centres are slightly soft.

   Tip: Keep an eye on the cookies during the last 2 minutes of baking.

9. 9

   Remove from the oven and let cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

   Tip: Let the cookies cool completely before storing.