I realize pepper usually ends up in cookies as a cruel practical joke, but these cookies are actually very good! These icebox cookies are flavored with dutched cocoa, instant espresso powder, cinnamon, and black pepper. The cocoa and espresso dominate the flavor palate, giving a nice dark chocolate taste. The cinnamon is, well, apparent, and the black pepper adds just a bit of spiciness, which comes as a bit of a surprise, but I really like it. The flavor of these cookies very closely matches that of Mexican hot chocolate (the creepy background grandma is my hot chocolate box), which gets its unique flavor from the addition of cinnamon and chili powder. The cookies are somewhat soft, and altogether tasty.
I expect I will make these again when I want to surprise someone with a spicy flavor and secret caffeine.
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