Bright, chewy, and just a little sophisticated from instant coffee, these Coffee Cookies are a perfect afternoon pick-me-up or after-dinner treat. They’re easy to make, kid-friendly, and pair beautifully with coffee or ice cream, so you’ll want to bake a double batch to share. If you like fruit in cookies, try my blueberry chocolate chip cookies recipe for a different twist.
Why You’ll Love This Coffee Cookies
- Rich coffee-chocolate flavor that’s not overpowering
- Quick to mix and bake for weeknight desserts
- Family-friendly texture kids and adults adore
- Great for meal prep—stays tender in an airtight tin
- Simple pantry ingredients with impressive results
Ingredients Needed
Fats & Sugars
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Mix-ins / Toppings
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Step-by-Step Instructions 5
1. Preheat and prepare
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment or leave them ungreased.
2. Cream butter and sugars
In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
3. Add eggs and coffee
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the instant coffee granules until evenly distributed.
4. Whisk dry ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Combine wet and dry
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
6. Fold in chocolate chips and shape
Fold in the chocolate chips, then drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets.
7. Bake and cool
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set. Allow to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Serving Suggestions Coffee Cookies
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent dessert.
- Offer alongside espresso or a creamy latte for matching flavors.
- Create a cookie board with fruit and nuts, including my brown sugar caramel crinkle cookies for variety.
- Dust lightly with powdered sugar and plate with fresh berries for a pretty presentation.
Tips for Success Coffee Cookies
- Measure flour by spooning into the cup and leveling to avoid dense cookies.
- Chill the dough 15 minutes if it gets too soft to scoop, for neater cookies.
- Watch baking time closely; remove when edges are set to keep centers chewy.
- For extra depth, try browning the butter first and follow a similar technique to brown butter pecan cookies.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for longer.
Variations
Here are a few easy ways to change it up:
- Espresso kick: substitute 1 tablespoon espresso powder for instant coffee for a bolder taste.
- Nutty swap: fold in 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.
- Caramel twist: add 1/2 cup caramel bits and a sprinkle of sea salt, inspired by this caramel crinkle cookie version.
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Coffee Cookies
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment or leave them ungreased.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the instant coffee granules until evenly distributed.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, then drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
