Habanero and Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies

The combination of spicy habanero, tangy orange, and rich chocolate creates a unique and flavorful twist on traditional chocolate chip cookies.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 37 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Habanero and Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 37 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2160

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup Brown sugar
• 1 unit Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 unit Habanero pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Fold in the chopped habanero pepper, orange zest, and chocolate chips.
6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
9. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9g14%

Total Carbohydrate 24g8%

Sugars 16g

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.