Description
Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the rich, bold flavor of espresso with classic sweet chocolate chips for a delightful treat. These cookies are perfectly soft with a slightly crisp edge, making them ideal for coffee lovers who crave a sweet pick-me-up.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Add-ins
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 4 tablespoons espresso granules
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix thoroughly and set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a separate large bowl, cream together 1 cup of unsalted butter, 1 cup of packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs: Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined and no streaks of flour remain.
- Mix in Chocolate and Espresso: Fold in 2 cups of chocolate chips and 4 tablespoons of espresso granules evenly throughout the dough.
- Scoop Dough: Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto lightly greased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake: Bake cookies in a preheated oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown but the centers remain soft.
- Cool: Remove cookies from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger espresso flavor, use 4 tablespoons of espresso granules; reduce to 2 tablespoons for a milder taste.
- Room temperature butter helps create a light and fluffy dough that bakes evenly.
- Ensure eggs are added one at a time to avoid curdling and to maintain dough consistency.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor and texture.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to a week.
- Espresso granules can be dissolved in a tablespoon of hot water before adding for a more intense coffee flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (about 28 grams)
- Calories: 164 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 107 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 24 mg
