Description
These Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful treat for coffee lovers, boasting a rich, indulgent flavor profile that’s sure to impress. Infused with the robust essence of espresso and complemented by semi-sweet chocolate, each cookie offers a perfect chewy texture that makes them hard to resist. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply indulging in a cozy evening at home, these cookies provide an exquisite twist on the classic chocolate chip variety. They’re easy to prepare and can even be made ahead of time, ensuring you have fresh cookies ready whenever you crave a sweet snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon ground espresso
- 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 large egg yolk (room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 2/3 cup + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup chopped semi-sweet chocolate or mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a stainless steel pan, brown the unsalted butter over medium heat until it becomes amber in color. Transfer to a mixing bowl and let cool.
- Stir in the ground espresso and allow the mixture to reach room temperature.
- Whisk in light brown sugar and granulated sugar until combined.
- Add one egg, one egg yolk, and vanilla extract; whisk until well blended.
- Fold in flour, baking soda, salt, and chocolate chips until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto a parchment-lined baking tray and chill for 3-4 hours (overnight is ideal).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and bake chilled cookies for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg