Chocolate chip cookies are classic, but why stop there when you can jazz them up? Add a little espresso dust, and you have an elevated treat that satisfies both your sweet tooth and caffeine addiction. The rich chocolate pairs effortlessly with the bold espresso, making these cookies the perfect snack for coffee lovers with a sugar craving. They’re simple to make, but don’t expect these to last long—people might actually fight over the last one. So go ahead, make a batch and prove that coffee and cookies can actually be a thing of beauty. Or, just keep them all for yourself.

Chocolate Chip Cookies with Espresso Dust
Decadent chocolate chip cookies infused with a hint of espresso dust for a bold twist on the classic.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
For the Espresso Dust:
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp espresso powder
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set it to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Set it aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In another bowl, beat butter, sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, and vanilla.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in chocolate chips.
- Prepare Espresso Dust: Mix sugar and espresso powder in a small bowl.
- Scoop and Shape: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Place on the prepared sheets.
- Sprinkle with Espresso Dust: Gently press the dough balls with a fork and sprinkle with espresso dust.
- Bake: Bake for 10 minutes, or until the edges are golden but the center is still soft.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 2%
- Iron: 4%
- Vitamin A: 5%
- Potassium: 2%
- Magnesium: 3%
Additional Notes/Tips
- For a deeper coffee flavor, add an extra ½ tsp of espresso powder to the dough.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies with an extra chewy bite.
- Use dark chocolate chips if you prefer a less sweet cookie.