These cookies? They’re basically shortbread’s glow-up moment—crisp, buttery, and filled with coffee cream like they’ve got places to be. You know that friend who looks effortless but secretly runs on four shots of espresso? Yeah, that’s these cookies. They pack rich chocolate chips, caffeine-laced filling, and a no-nonsense vegan attitude. The shortbread snaps, the filling melts, and suddenly you’re “accidentally” on your third. They’re elegant, intense, and honestly? A little flirty. One bite and you’ll understand why we don’t trust people who “don’t like dessert.” Bless their heart—and pass the cookie tray.
Coffee Cream-Filled Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies
A delicate shortbread cookie, studded with chocolate chips and sandwiched with silky vegan coffee cream. Crunchy, creamy, and made for main character moments.
Ingredients
For the Shortbread Cookies:
- 1 cup vegan butter cold, cubed
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1½ tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup vegan mini chocolate chips
For the Coffee Cream Filling:
- ½ cup vegan cream cheese
- 1 tbsp brewed espresso or strong coffee
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking tray with parchment.
- Beat cold vegan butter with powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla. Add flour and salt. Stir until dough forms and barely crumbles.
- Gently fold in mini chocolate chips. Channel inner shortbread queen.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and flatten slightly on baking tray.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the edges whisper golden perfection.
- Cool completely on rack. You know, patience and all that.
- For the filling: mix cream cheese, espresso, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until velvety.
- Pipe or spread filling on half the cookies. Top with remaining ones.
- Press gently—no cookie casualties today, please.
- Chill for 10 minutes if you want firm centers, or devour immediately.
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (Per Cookie Sandwich)
- Calories: 270
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
💪 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 7%
- Calcium: 4%
- Magnesium: 3%
- Potassium: 4%
- Folate: 3%
✨ Extra Tips to Elevate Flavor
- Use espresso powder for an even bolder filling.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon to the dough for warm, cozy vibes.
- For fancier flair, drizzle with melted dark chocolate.
- Chill the dough if it feels sticky—shortbread likes to play hard to get.
- Serve with iced oat latte and pretend you’re at a Parisian café, not your messy kitchen.
