Coffee Cookies

Who doesn’t love the combination of coffee and cookies? These Coffee Cookies are the perfect treat for all the coffee lovers out there!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a small bowl, dissolve the instant coffee in 1 tablespoon of hot water.
• In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
• Add the egg, vanilla extract, and dissolved coffee to the mixture and mix until well combined.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
• Fold in the chocolate chips.
• Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set.
• Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information:

• Serving Size: 1 cookie
• Calories: 120
• Total Fat: 6g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Cholesterol: 20mg
• Sodium: 80mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 16g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 9g
• Protein: 2g

Popular questions:

• Can I use instant espresso instead of instant coffee?

Yes, you can substitute instant espresso for instant coffee in this recipe. It will give the cookies a stronger coffee flavor.

• Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted butter?

You can use salted butter, but you may need to adjust the amount of salt in the recipe to balance the flavor.

• Can I omit the chocolate chips?

You can omit the chocolate chips if you prefer, or substitute them with nuts or dried fruit.

Helpful tips:

• For an extra coffee kick, sprinkle some extra instant coffee granules on top of the cookies before baking.
• You can refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
• Try adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough for a hint of spice.

Expert Secrets:

• To achieve a chewy texture, slightly underbake the cookies and allow them to cool on the baking sheet before transferring.
• Adding a tablespoon of brewed coffee to the dough can enhance the coffee flavor without making the cookies too strong.
• Experiment with different types of chocolate chips, such as white chocolate or dark chocolate, for variety.