Chocolate Christmas Mice Cookies

Chocolate mice are a popular treat during the holiday season, especially at Christmas. They are often made to resemble cute little mice, and kids love to help make them!

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 100 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Chocolate Christmas Mice Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 40 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 3840

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 170 gram Butter
• 200 gram Granulated sugar
• 1 unit Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Cocoa powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 24 unit Almonds
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Red food coloring gel
• 70 gram Sliced almonds
• 50 gram Mini chocolate chips
• ¹⁄₄ cup Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. In a bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
2. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
5. Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Press an almond into the front of each ball to create the mouse's face.
7. Use a toothpick or skewer to create small holes for the ears, and insert sliced almonds.
8. Use mini chocolate chips to create eyes on the almond face.
9. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.
10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar.
12. Enjoy these adorable Chocolate Christmas Mice Cookies!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 160kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9g14%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 12g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.