ANCHO MOLE COOKIES

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Hold these sesame-coated chocolate-and-nut cookies up to the light to appreciate the stained-glass effect of the dried fruit.

Provided by Rick Martinez

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dessert     Cookies     Chile Pepper     Dried Fruit     Nut     Cinnamon     Dark Chocolate     Sesame     Christmas     Winter     Soy Free     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Peanut Free

Yield Makes about 48

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup (140 g) nuts (such as blanched hazelnuts, blanched almonds, or walnuts)
1¼ cups (185 g; or more) raw sesame seeds, divided
⅓ cup (54 g) ancho powder (pure ground ancho chiles, not ancho chile powder, which has added salt, cumin, and other spices)
¼ cup agave syrup, preferably dark
2 cups (256 g) all-purpose flour
¼ tsp. baking powder
¼ tsp. ground cinnamon
12 Tbsp. unsalted butter, room temperature
½ cup (100 g) sugar
1¾ tsp. kosher salt
3 large egg yolks
1 Tbsp. vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
¾ cup (130 g) dried fruit (such as papaya, mango, or pineapple), cut into (¾") pieces
¾ cup (110 g) bittersweet chocolate wafers (disks, pistoles, fèves; preferably 72% cacao)
1 large egg white, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Place racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 350°F. Toast nuts and ¼ cup sesame seeds on a rimmed baking sheet on upper rack, tossing halfway through, until golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Let cool.
  • Stir together ancho powder and agave syrup in a small bowl. Whisk flour, baking powder, and cinnamon in a medium bowl to combine. Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat butter, sugar, and salt in a large bowl, scraping down sides and bottom of bowl as needed, until light and creamy, about 3 minutes. Add egg yolks and vanilla and beat until incorporated, about 1 minute. Scrape in ancho mixture and beat until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute. Reduce speed to low, add dry ingredients, and beat to combine. Add dried fruit, chocolate, and toasted nuts and sesame seeds; mix with a wooden spoon until evenly distributed.
  • Divide dough in half. Working one at a time, roll each piece into a 10"-long log. Wrap each log tightly in plastic and roll across work surface to make as smooth and cylindrical as possible. Place on a rimmed baking sheet and freeze until surface is firm, about 20 minutes.
  • Slap a log down onto counter to create a flat side; roll over and slap again to flatten another side (you're aiming for a triangular shape). Repeat to create third side of the triangle. Tap against counter to smooth if needed, then tap ends to flatten. Repeat with second log. Return logs to baking sheet; freeze until firm, about 15 minutes.
  • Working one at a time, unwrap logs and brush sides with egg white. Working on baking sheet, sprinkle sides with remaining 1 cup sesame seeds and gently press to coat. Surface should be covered; use more sesame if needed. Freeze logs on baking sheet, uncovered, until surface is very firm but not frozen solid, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Slice a log crosswise into ¼"-thick triangles and divide cookies between 2 parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing 1" apart. (If dough is soft or starts to lose its shape, freeze 10 minutes before continuing.) Bake cookies, rotating baking sheets top to bottom and back to front halfway through, until edges are just set, about 10 minutes. Let cool on baking sheets. Transfer cookies to a platter or airtight container and line baking sheets with fresh sheets of parchment paper. Repeat process with remaining dough.
  • Do Ahead: Dough can be rolled into logs 3 days ahead; refrigerate. Transfer to freezer 30 minutes before slicing. Cookies can be baked 1 day ahead; store airtight at room temperature.

Ogunjemilusi michael Ayomide
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I love the combination of chocolate and ancho chile in these cookies. It's a unique and delicious flavor that I've never tasted before. They're also really easy to make, so they're perfect for a quick and easy snack.


JT HUSSNAIN YT
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These cookies are the perfect treat for a party or a special occasion. They're easy to make and they look really impressive. The ancho chile powder gives them a beautiful red color and a unique flavor that everyone will love.


Vasile Patasanu
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I'm not usually a fan of chocolate cookies, but these ancho mole cookies are a game-changer! The ancho chile powder gives them a delicious smoky flavor that pairs perfectly with the chocolate. They're also really soft and chewy. I will definitely be


JUNIOR KYAGABA
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These cookies are so easy to make and they taste amazing! The ancho chile powder gives them a unique flavor that I love. I will definitely be making these again.


1man2pans
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These cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and spicy. The ancho chile powder gives them a nice kick, but it's not too overwhelming. The chocolate chips help to balance out the heat and make them really delicious.


Muhammad Shahnawaz
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I made these cookies for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. I will definitely be making them again.


Abdullah Bilal
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These cookies are amazing! They're soft and chewy, with a perfect balance of sweet and spicy. The ancho chile powder gives them a unique flavor that I've never tasted before. I will definitely be making these again and again.


Tyleigh Russell
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I was a little hesitant to try these cookies because I'm not a big fan of spicy food. But I'm so glad I did! The ancho chile powder gives them just the right amount of heat, and the chocolate chips help to balance it out. They're really delicious!


Jacfar Yuusuf
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These cookies are so delicious! I love the combination of chocolate and ancho chile. They're the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. I will definitely be making these again.


Khanal dilu Khanal
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I love the unique flavor of these cookies. The ancho chile powder gives them a subtle heat that is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the chocolate chips. They're also really easy to make, so they're perfect for a quick and easy snack.


Sohrab Azizi
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These cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and spicy. The ancho chile powder gives them a nice kick, but it's not too overwhelming. The chocolate chips help to balance out the heat and make them really delicious.


Shimul Rana
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I made these cookies for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. I will definitely be making them again.


Rebecca McCoy
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These cookies are amazing! They're soft and chewy, with a perfect balance of sweet and spicy. The ancho chile powder gives them a unique flavor that I've never tasted before. I will definitely be making these again and again.


Rochelle Eskue
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I was a little hesitant to try these cookies because I'm not a big fan of spicy food. But I'm so glad I did! The ancho chile powder gives them just the right amount of heat, and the chocolate chips help to balance it out. They're really delicious!


ZALCON
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These cookies are so delicious! I love the combination of chocolate and ancho chile. They're the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. I will definitely be making these again.


Akram Ali-
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I love the unique flavor of these cookies. The ancho chile powder gives them a subtle heat that is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the chocolate chips. They're also really easy to make, so they're perfect for a quick and easy snack.


Isha's Boutique
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy these cookies were to make. The dough came together quickly and easily, and the cookies baked up perfectly. They were soft and chewy, with a crispy exterior.


Imarnak Ailo
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These cookies were a hit! They were the perfect balance of sweet and spicy, and the ancho chile flavor really shone through. I will definitely be making these again.