Description
These Coffee Cookies are a delightful treat for coffee lovers! Soft, chewy, and infused with the rich, bold flavor of coffee, they’re the perfect pairing for your morning brew or an afternoon snack. Loaded with chocolate chunks and a hint of sweetness, these cookies are simple to make and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp instant coffee or espresso powder
- 1 tbsp warm water
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chunks or chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, dissolve the instant coffee or espresso powder in 1 tablespoon of warm water. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and dissolved coffee mixture to the creamed butter and sugar. Mix until smooth and combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the chocolate chunks or chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers look slightly soft.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Add a handful of chopped nuts or a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra flavor.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes