Description
These Coffee Cookies combine the rich flavors of espresso and cocoa for a delightful twist on classic chocolate chip cookies. With a soft, chewy texture and a slightly crackled surface, these cookies offer a perfect balance of sweetness and coffee aroma, ideal for coffee lovers looking for a delicious baked treat.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 Tablespoon espresso powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup salted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 egg
Add-ins
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, espresso powder, baking soda, salt, and baking powder until evenly combined. Set aside.
- Cream butter and sugars: Using a standing mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or a hand mixer in a large bowl, cream the softened butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add egg and vanilla: Beat in the egg and pure vanilla extract until the mixture becomes fluffy, ensuring full incorporation.
- Combine wet and dry: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Add chocolate chips: On low mixer speed, fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Chill the dough: Transfer the cookie dough to an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up for easier handling.
- Preheat oven and prepare baking sheets: While the dough chills, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- Shape cookies: Using a 1 ½ to 2 tablespoon cookie scoop, measure out portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them at least 1 ½ inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 8-9 minutes, or until the cookies are just set and begin to crackle around the edges but still soft in the center.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheets for 5 minutes after baking, then transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Chilling the dough is essential to prevent excessive spreading during baking and to enhance the flavor.
- If you prefer a stronger coffee flavor, you can increase the espresso powder by an additional teaspoon.
- For a nuttier note, consider adding chopped walnuts or pecans along with the chocolate chips.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 5 days.
- These cookies freeze well; freeze baked cookies in a single layer and thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
