Description
Delight in these rich and aromatic Coffee Cookies, perfectly balanced with the robust flavor of instant coffee and a hint of vanilla. Optional chocolate chips and ground coffee add extra sweetness and texture, making these cookies a perfect treat for coffee lovers. Crispy on the edges and chewy in the center, these cookies are easy to prepare and bake, ideal for sharing or indulging with your favorite cup of coffee.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules (dissolved in 2 tablespoons hot water)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Ingredients
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon ground coffee (optional, for added texture and flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set this mixture aside for later use.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which usually takes about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add Coffee, Egg, and Vanilla: Beat in the dissolved instant coffee, followed by the egg and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until all wet ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the cookies tender.
- Add Optional Ingredients: If using, fold in the chocolate chips and ground coffee to enhance flavor and texture.
- Shape Cookies and Bake: Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden and the centers are set but still soft.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, allowing them to firm up and develop their full flavor and texture.
Notes
- Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies; mix until ingredients are just combined.
- For stronger coffee flavor, increase the instant coffee granules to 3 tablespoons but be cautious as it may alter the texture slightly.
- Use room temperature butter to ensure proper creaming with sugar for a light texture.
- Chocolate chips add sweetness, but for a less sweet cookie, omit them.
- Ground coffee adds texture and an intense coffee flavor; adjust quantity to taste.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Freezing cookie dough balls before baking can enhance flavor and texture.
