Chilli Chocolate Rolled Cookies
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
These chilli chocolate rolled cookies are my go to when I want something impressive without spending hours in the kitchen. The combination of dark chocolate, espresso, and just a hint of chilli creates this sophisticated flavor that honestly tastes like it came from a fancy bakery, but you'll have them ready in under an hour. I love using rolled oats here because they add wonderful texture and keep things budget friendly too. Dark chocolate contains antioxidants that make these feel a little bit indulgent in the best way possible, and the whole recipe comes together so simply with pantry staples you probably already have.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400 gdark chocolate chips
- 600 gall-purpose flour
- 300 gsugar
- 100 gcaster sugar
- 6 gsalt
- 2 gbaking soda
- 200 gcold unsalted butter
- 2large egg
- 10 gespresso powder
- 15 gchilli powder(adds a spicy kick)
- 50 gcocoa powder(adds depth)
- 100 gcoconut sugar
- 200 grolled oats
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the large egg and mix until well combined.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, caster sugar, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder. Add the cocoa powder and chilli powder, mixing until well combined.
Tip: Don't overmix.
- 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a dough forms. Fold in the dark chocolate chips and rolled oats.
Tip: Make sure to distribute the chocolate evenly.
- 5
Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each into a ball. Flatten each ball slightly into a disk shape.
Tip: Use a rolling pin to help shape the cookies.
- 6
Place the cookies onto the prepared baking tray, leaving about 2cm of space between each cookie. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Tip: Keep an eye on them after 10 minutes.
- 7
Remove the cookies 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 serving.
- 8
Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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