Description
Delicious espresso-infused cookies with rich cocoa flavor, perfect for coffee lovers.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon espresso powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy in another bowl.
- Beat in the egg, espresso powder, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes 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.
Notes
For a healthier version, consider using sugar substitutes. Chilling the dough can help with thickness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg