Ingredients for Mocha Twists
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup + 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder (or strong coffee granules)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2-4 tablespoons milk
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How to Make Mocha Twists
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar using a mixer on medium-high speed for 30 seconds until light and fluffy.
- Add ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder (or strong coffee granules), 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt. Beat until well combined.
- Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, beating with the mixer until the dough just comes together.
- Stir in the remaining 1 cup all-purpose flour using a wooden spoon until a soft dough forms.
- Divide the dough in half, wrap each half in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour, or until firm enough to handle.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll each half of the dough into a 24-inch rope.
- Cut each rope into 12 equal pieces (24 pieces total).
- Twist two pieces of dough together. Pinch the ends to seal.
- Place the twisted ropes 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set.
- Let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- While cookies cool, prepare the cocoa glaze.
- **Cocoa Glaze:** In a small bowl, whisk together 2 cups powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder, and 2-4 tablespoons milk until smooth and of a pourable consistency (add more milk if needed).
- Once the cookies are completely cool, dip one end of each twist into the glaze, letting the excess drip off.
- Place the glazed cookies on waxed paper to set.
- Enjoy your delicious Mocha Twists!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
3 g
Sugar
61g
Fat
25g
Carbs
8g
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