Creating Mexican-Inspired Hot Chocolate Cookies with Walnuts is straightforward. Follow these steps for a delightful treat:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
5. Incorporate Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
6. Fold in Walnuts: Gently fold in the chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7. Scoop the Dough: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
8. Bake the Cookies: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set.
9. Cool the Cookies: Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

With these simple steps, you’ll have a batch of mouthwatering cookies ready to be enjoyed!