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Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies

Deliciously rich and sweet, these Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect blend of coffee flavor and chocolate, making them ideal for cozy gatherings or a treat after dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 14 tablespoons unsalted butter Browned for deep flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon ground espresso Use good quality espresso for the best taste.
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg Room temperature.
  • 1 large egg yolk Room temperature.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour Measure using the spoon and level method.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup chopped semi-sweet chocolate or mini chocolate chips

Method
 

Brown the Butter
  1. Begin by placing 14 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a stainless steel pan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the solids turn a deep amber brown color, about 10 minutes. Scrape all of the brown butter into a mixing bowl.
Prepare Espresso Mixture
  1. Add 1 tablespoon of ground espresso to the brown butter and stir well. Set aside to cool to room temperature for 20-30 minutes.
Mix in Sugars
  1. Once the mixture has cooled, whisk in 1/2 cup of light brown sugar and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until well combined.
Add Eggs and Vanilla
  1. Whisk in 1 large egg, 1 large egg yolk, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until well incorporated.
Combine Dry Ingredients
  1. In a separate bowl, gradually fold in 1 2/3 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix in 3/4 cup of chocolate chips until just combined.
Scoop and Chill
  1. Scoop the cookie dough onto a parchment-lined baking tray, leaving space between each scoop. Chill in the freezer for at least 3 to 4 hours or preferably overnight.
Bake the Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the centers remain pale and puffy.
Cool and Enjoy
  1. Let the cookies cool on a wire rack and enjoy warm, preferably with a glass of milk or your favorite coffee.

Notes

For a decadent treat, serve warm cookies with vanilla ice cream. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to one week or freeze them for up to three months. Consider adding nuts for added texture or a sprinkle of sea salt for a fancy touch.