Chocolate Chipotle Cookies

Recipe by Arty McGoo. This version is slightly adjusted for Artesão Cookie Molds

Recipe can be halved

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Ingredients

5 cups all-purpose flour (694 grams)

1 cup cocoa powder (102 grams)

2 teaspoons instant espresso powder (optional)

1 teaspoon salt

2 teaspoons cinnamon

1 teaspoon ground chipotle chili powder

2 cups butter, softened

2 cups sugar (200 grams)

2 large eggs

2 teaspoons vanilla

Instructions

Combine flour, salt, spices
In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy
Beat in egg and vanilla until well combined
Gradually add the flour mixture at low speed. Scrape down sides as needed until well combined
Wrap in plastic wrap or airtight container and chill for about 2 hours before molding
Bake at 350° F for 6-12 minutes depending on thickness of cookie

This recipe is not overly spicy and gives just a hint of warmth at the end of eating. You can go heavier on the spices if you like hot spicy cookies.