Espresso Martini Cookies
With rich, bold flavor but a warm, sugary base these espresso martini cookies are a tasty dessert for any coffee lover.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 tsp instant coffee
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup espresso bites (chopped)
For Decoration:
- 1/3 cup white chocolate melted
- Chocolate chips for topping
- Coffee beans
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and instant coffee to the mixture. Beat until fully incorporated.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: In the same bowl, add the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Mix with a spatula until just combined.
- Add Mix-Ins: Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped espresso bites until evenly distributed.
- Shape the Cookies: Using a #20 scoop, portion out the dough into equal-sized balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Leave enough space between each cookie to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for approximately 10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool and Decorate: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Once the cookies are cooled, Espresso Martini Cookies - drizzle melted white chocolate over the top. Decorate with additional chocolate chips and coffee beans as desired.
Notes
- Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for about 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Smaller or Larger Cookies: If you prefer smaller cookies, use a smaller scoop (#40 scoop) to portion the dough and reduce the baking time to 7-8 minutes. For larger cookies, use a larger scoop and increase the baking time to 12-14 minutes, adjusting as needed.
- Adjust the Amount: If you prefer a milder coffee flavor, start with 1/2 to 1 tablespoon of chopped coffee beans and taste the dough. You can adjust the amount according to your preferred flavor intensity.
- Size of the Pieces: Make sure the coffee beans are finely chopped. Smaller pieces will distribute better and release their flavor more evenly. Avoid large chunks to prevent overly bitter or hard bites.
- Even Chopping: Use a coffee grinder or a food processor to chop the coffee beans into small, uniform pieces. If you don't have these tools, place the beans in a sturdy plastic bag and gently crush them with a rolling pin or a pan until you get small pieces.
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 186mgPotassium: 79mgFiber: 1gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 206IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 1mg
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