Description
These Chocolate Espresso Cookies are the ultimate treat for coffee and chocolate lovers. Rich, chewy, and deeply flavorful, they combine Dutch-processed cocoa with bold espresso powder and are finished with a glossy espresso glaze. They’re perfect as a quick breakfast option, indulgent snack, or elegant addition to your holiday dessert tray. Whether you’re searching for easy recipes, breakfast ideas, or food gifts, this easy cookie recipe is a must-try.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 large egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon espresso powder
3/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons espresso or strong brewed coffee
1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
1. Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
2. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and espresso powder. Mix until combined.
3. Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 hours.
5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
6. Roll out the dough to 1/4 inch thickness and cut out cookie shapes. Press a cookie stamp if desired.
7. Bake for 10–12 minutes. Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
8. Whisk together powdered sugar, espresso, and milk to make the glaze.
9. Once cookies are fully cooled, spoon or brush glaze on top and let it set for 30 minutes.
Notes
Chill the dough thoroughly for best texture and shape.
Use a floured stamp for a clean, defined design on the cookies.
Make sure cookies are completely cool before glazing to avoid melting the glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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