Cocoa Hermits

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Chewy, spice-kissed chocolate cookies loaded with raisins and nuts
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Cocoa Hermits

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 1061.7

Description

Cocoa Hermits are a nostalgic treat, essentially a chocolate-spiced cousin to the classic molasses cookie or snickerdoodle. These cookies feature a rich, fudgy texture thanks to the addition of hot water bloomed cocoa powder, which intensifies the chocolate flavor. The batter is studded with plump raisins and crunchy nuts, creating a delightful contrast in every bite. Warm spices like cinnamon cut through the sweetness, while shortening ensures they stay tender and chewy rather than crisp. They are perfect for baking on a Sunday afternoon or packing into lunchboxes for a sweet, satisfying snack. The aroma of vanilla and spice filling your kitchen is worth the wait. Serve them warm with a glass of cold milk for the ultimate comfort food experience.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease lightly.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate small bowl, dissolve the cocoa powder in 4 tablespoons of hot water until smooth and free of lumps.
  5. In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  6. Add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with the dissolved cocoa mixture and the remaining 2 tablespoons of hot water, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
  7. Fold in the raisins or nuts until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  8. Drop rounded teaspoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  9. Press a single nut or raisin into the top of each cookie for decoration.
  10. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cookies are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  11. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1061.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 38.3g59%
Saturated Fat 13.4g67%
Cholesterol 93.2mg32%
Sodium 2831.7mg118%
Total Carbohydrate 175.1g59%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g62%
Sugars 63.6g
Protein 22.4g45%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cocoa, hermits, cookies, chocolate, raisins, nuts, cinnamon, baking, shortening, dessert, spice, chewy, snack, comfort food, homemade, vanilla, flour, sugar, eggs, classic
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