Best 4 Mayan Mystery Cookies Recipes

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Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will transport you back in time to the ancient Mayan civilization? The Mayan Mystery Cookies are legendary treats steeped in history and culture, tantalizing taste buds with their unique blend of flavors and textures. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice looking to explore new culinary horizons, this guide will unveil the secrets behind crafting these delectable cookies that are sure to become the star of your next gathering.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MAYAN MYSTERY COOKIES



Mayan Mystery Cookies image

I love this recipe. The first time I tried one I thought I was about to eat a plain chocolate cookie, was I in for a surprise... I couldn't stop eating these!

Provided by jess03su

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 36-48 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup butter, room temp
3/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon finely ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 cup cocoa
1 large egg
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
semisweet chocolate morsel

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cream butter and 3/4 cup sugar.
  • Sift flour, baking powder, salt, spices and cocoa in a bowl and add to the butter mixture.
  • Add egg and vanilla and mix until batter is uniform.
  • Using your hands, roll dough into balls about the width of a quarter and tuck about 5 chocolate morsels into the center of each one.
  • Press one rounded side of ball in sugar.
  • Line cookie sheets with waxed paper and place balls on the paper.
  • Flatten dough balls using a glass.
  • Bake for 8 minutes, being careful not to overbake; the cookies should be delicate and soft in the center.
  • Let cool on the cookie sheet.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.1, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 16, Sodium 61, Carbohydrate 9.3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 4.2, Protein 1.1

MAYAN MYSTERY COOKIES



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Categories     Cookies     Chocolate

Yield 60 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 16

Mayan Mystery Cookies (source)
Note: the recipe directs "tuck[ing] about 5 chocolate chips into the center of each one." Doesn't that seem like a lot of extra effort for what's otherwise a very simple recipe? (Lisa thought so, too.)
After thoroughly combining the vanilla into the dough, and just before chilling, I'd fold in about 6 oz. (half a standard bag) of semi- or bitter-sweet chocolate chips, check to see if that was enough chocolate for my preferences, and add more if need be.
¾ cup (1½ sticks) unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup sugar, plus more for rolling
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon finely and freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon allspice
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 large egg
1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
Semisweet chocolate chips (see note, above)

Steps:

  • Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Cream the butter and ¾ cup sugar in a food processor. Sift the flour, baking powder, salt, spices and cocoa in a medium bowl and add to the butter mixture. Add the egg and vanilla and process until the batter is uniform. Refrigerate the dough for at least an hour. Preheat oven to 350-degrees F. Using your hands, roll the dough into balls about the width of a quarter. Tuck about 5 chocolate chips into the center of each one. Put some sugar on a flat plate and roll the balls in the sugar to cover lightly. Place the balls on the baking sheets. Bake for 8 minutes, being careful not to overbake; the cookies should be delicate and soft in the center. Let cool on the baking sheets. Makes about 5 dozen cookies.

MYSTERY COOKIES



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This recipe is from one of Joanne Flukes many mysteries, unfortunatley I can't remember which one. Posted for safe keeping.

Provided by Kerena

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 1h10m

Yield 120 cookies, 60 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter, melted
3 1/2 cups sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons nutmeg
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons salt
2 cups raisins
2 cups nuts, chopped
4 1/2 cups flour

Steps:

  • Add sugar to melted butter and mix. Allow to cook, then add beaten eggs and mix well.
  • Stir in the can of tomato soup. Stir in cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda and salt.
  • Next add the raisins and walnuts, stir.
  • Add in flour 1 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Let dough stand for 10 minutes. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto a greased cookie sheet.
  • Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 10-12 minutes, until golden brown on top. Let stand on cookie sheet for a minute and then finish cooling on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.4, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 10.3, Sodium 185.9, Carbohydrate 24.6, Fiber 1, Sugar 15.2, Protein 2.2

MAYAN MYSTERY COOKIES



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Categories     Cookies     Chocolate     Dessert     Bake     Christmas

Yield 5 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 C (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter softened
3/4 C sugar (plus a little for rolling)
1 1/2 C flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp finely & freshly ground black pepper
1/4 tsp allspice
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
3/4 C unsweetened cocoa powder
1 lg egg
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Line 2 baking sheets w/ parchment paper. Cream butter and 3/4 C sugar in food processor. Sift flour, baking powder, salt, spices, and cocoa in medium bowl and add to the butter mixture. Add egg and vanilla; process until the batter is uniform. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Roll the dough into balls about the width of a quarter. Tuck 4-5 chocolate chips into the center of each one. Roll the balls in sugar to cover lightly. Place balls on the baking sheets. Bake for 8 minutes being careful not to overbake. The cookies should be delicate and soft in the center.

Tips:

- To make the cookies even more flavorful, use a variety of chocolate chips, such as semisweet, dark, and milk chocolate. - For a chewier cookie, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. - If you don't have a cookie scoop, use a tablespoon to drop the dough onto the baking sheet. - Be careful not to overmix the dough, as this will make the cookies tough. - If you want soft and chewy cookies, bake them for 10-12 minutes. For crispy cookies, bake them for 12-14 minutes. - Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack. This will help them to set and prevent them from breaking.

Conclusion:

Mayan Mystery Cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their rich chocolate flavor and chewy texture, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give Mayan Mystery Cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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