Best 2 Chocolate Mesquite Cookies Recipes

Chocolate mesquite cookies are a unique and delicious treat that combines the rich, decadent flavor of chocolate with the smoky, slightly nutty flavor of mesquite. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this guide will provide you with all the information and guidance you need to create perfect chocolate mesquite cookies that will impress your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHOCOLATE MESQUITE COOKIES

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I found this recipe on the internet while doing a search for "mesquite powder," which I bought to make Crock Pot Pulled Pork (recipe #132049, which I recommend). Intrigued by the unusual ingredients, I have not been able to identify the original source, but have subsequently modified the recipe anyway. As cookies go, these are nutritious - the honey and mesquite have a wonderful caramel rich synergy and the cookies form an attractive crackle pattern like gingersnaps. Be careful not to overbake - watch carefully and go on the light side of done when you take them out. I used "raw organic mesquite powder" by Health Matters, found at my local health food store.

Provided by Canadagoose

Categories Drop Cookies

Time 20m

Yield 1 dozen, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup spelt flour or 1 cup kamut flour
1/4 cup mesquite powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 cup unbleached cane sugar
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened to room temperature
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 cup dark chocolate, good quality chopped fine (or small chocolate chips)

Steps:

Cream together butter and sugars, beat in egg, vanilla and honey. Combine dry ingredients and gradually beat into butter mixture. Stir in chopped chocolate. Drop by tablespoonsful onto cookie sheet lined with parchment or silicone sheet (allow plenty of room for them to spread). Bake at 375 degrees Farenheit (350 degrees in convection oven). Bake approximately 10 minutes, depending on size and oven (see above comments).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 55.6, Sodium 478.3, Carbohydrate 29.9, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 28.1, Protein 1.9

MESQUITE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

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I spent some time this summer harvesting mesquite beans to be milled into flour. I found this recipe on a web site for how to on using mesquite flour. I did tweak it a little bit. The original has 2 cups of rolled oats and since I din't have any....I left that out. These came out soft and chewy! The mesquite flour adds a...

Provided by Mary Lou Ellis

Categories Cookies

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 1/2 c flour
1 c mesquite flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp fine sea salt
2 stick butter room temp.
2 c sugar
3 large eggs room temp.
2 tsp vanilla
2 c chocolate chips

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375. In a large bowl whisk together flour, mesquite flour baking soda, baking powder and salt.
2. This dough is pretty stiff so I recommend using a stand mixer. In the mixing bowl cream butter and sugar until well combined. Add eggs 1 at a time until completely incorporated. Add vanilla.
3. Add flour mixture in 3 batches, incorporating well with each addition.
4. Stir in chocolate chips, and if you like 2 cups of rolled oats.
5. Drop dough by the spoonful on a cooking sheet. Do not crowd. Depending on how big you make the cookies will determine how long you bake them. I found 10 minutes for a 2 teasp. dollop of dough per cookie is about right if you like your chocolate chips cookies soft and chewy. Do not over bake!!!!
6. After the cookies come out of the oven, tap them lightly with the back of a spoon to flatten slightly. Let them cool on the cookie sheet for about 10 minutes before moving to a cooling rack.
7. Enjoy!!

Tips:

Soften butter properly: To achieve the perfect texture for your chocolate mesquite cookies, ensure your butter is softened to room temperature before creaming it with sugar. This will allow the butter to incorporate air more easily, resulting in light and fluffy cookies.
Use high-quality chocolate: The type of chocolate you use will significantly impact the flavor of your cookies. Opt for a high-quality semisweet or bittersweet chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 60%. This will provide a rich and intense chocolate flavor.
Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough can result in tough and dense cookies. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined, being careful not to overwork the dough.
Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking helps develop the flavor and prevents the cookies from spreading too much in the oven.
Bake the cookies at a high temperature: Baking the cookies at a high temperature (375°F or 190°C) for a short period creates a crispy exterior and a chewy interior.
Cool the cookies completely before serving: Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before serving. This helps them to firm up and develop their full flavor.

Conclusion:

The chocolate mesquite cookies presented in this article offer a delightful combination of rich chocolate flavor, a hint of smokiness from the mesquite powder, and a chewy texture. By following these tips and paying attention to the details, you can create delicious and visually appealing cookies that are sure to impress your friends and family. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, these cookies are a great way to explore the unique flavors of mesquite and enjoy a sweet treat.