Chocolate Cookies with Cocoa Nibs and Lime

Vegetarian
Chocolate Cookies with Cocoa Nibs and Lime
45 min.
48
92kcal

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If you're searching for a delightful twist on traditional chocolate cookies, look no further than these Chocolate Cookies with Cocoa Nibs and Lime. Indulging your sweet tooth just got a refreshing upgrade! The combination of rich chocolate flavors with the zesty brightness of lime creates a tantalizing balance that is sure to impress your family and friends. Perfect for parties, this vegetarian-friendly treat offers a unique flavor profile, making it an unforgettable dessert option.

With only 45 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up a batch of 48 cookies that are not just pleasing to the palate but also aesthetically appealing. The cocoa nibs add an irresistible crunch and a burst of chocolate intensity, while the lime zest infuses each bite with a refreshing edge. Whether you're enjoying them as a stand-alone snack or pairing them with chilled homemade limeade or lemonade, these cookies promise to elevate your dessert game.

Get ready to experience the joy of baking with this simple, yet sophisticated recipe that combines the classic elements of comfort food with an unexpected zing. As you gather your ingredients and start mixing, you'll find that these cookies are the perfect treat to share with loved ones, charm at gatherings, or simply relish during a quiet moment of self-indulgence. Let's dive into the delightful world of chocolatey goodness, accented with the vibrant notes of lime!

Ingredients

  • cup butter 
  • 0.8 cup brown sugar 
  • 0.8 cup granulated sugar white
  • large eggs 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 2.5 teaspoons heavy cream 
  • 1.8 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.8 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.8 cup cacao nibs 
  •  lime zest 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Beat the butter and sugars together for about two minutes at medium speed or until well incorporated and light in color.
  2. Add the egg, cream, and vanilla extract until well incorporated, about a minute. Be sure to scrape down the sides and the bottom of the bowl halfway through.
  3. Sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder.
  4. Add to the butter mixture slowly, and beating at medium speed, stopping once all of it is incorporated (do not overmix). Fold in the cocoa nibs and lime zest.
  5. Take small spoonfuls of the dough and roll into one inch sized balls and place onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake at 350°F for 12 minutes.
  7. Let cool on the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Perfect for dipping in homemade limeade or lemonade.

Nutrition Facts

Calories92kcal
Protein4.82%
Fat48.39%
Carbs46.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.65
Glycemic Load
4.74
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.6647826115722%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.87mg
Epicatechin
2.64mg
Hesperetin
0.6mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:92.1kcal
4.6%
Fat:5.17g
7.96%
Saturated Fat:3.25g
20.34%
Carbohydrates:11.25g
3.75%
Net Carbohydrates:10.35g
3.76%
Sugar:6.56g
7.28%
Cholesterol:14.34mg
4.78%
Sodium:97.63mg
4.24%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.17%
100%
Caffeine:3.09mg
1.03%
Protein:1.16g
2.32%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.28%
Fiber:0.9g
3.6%
Selenium:2.18µg
3.11%
Copper:0.06mg
3.06%
Magnesium:10.72mg
2.68%
Vitamin A:128.33IU
2.57%
Iron:0.46mg
2.54%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.53%
Folate:9.56µg
2.39%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.97%
Phosphorus:19.44mg
1.94%
Vitamin B3:0.31mg
1.54%
Calcium:10.13mg
1.01%