Peanut butter lovers, meet your new obsession: Coffee-Infused Peanut Butter Cookies. These aren’t your average childhood treats. They’re bold, nutty, and packed with just the right caffeine kick. Coffee deepens the flavor, while peanut butter adds a creamy richness that keeps you reaching for more. They’re soft, slightly chewy, and pair dangerously well with your morning coffee. Dunk them, hoard them, or pretend they’re a protein snack. Either way, they won’t last long. So, if you think peanut butter can’t get any better, you clearly haven’t tried adding coffee. Time to fix that mistake.
Coffee-Infused Peanut Butter Cookies
Rich peanut butter meets bold coffee for a cookie that’s both indulgent and energizing.
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour the structure
- ½ tsp baking soda slight lift
- ¼ tsp salt flavor enhancer
- 1 tbsp instant coffee powder brings the caffeine magic
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened (for that rich texture)
- ¾ cup peanut butter creamy or crunchy (your call)
- ½ cup brown sugar adds moisture and depth
- ¼ cup granulated sugar for a little crispiness
- 1 large egg holds everything together
- 1 tsp vanilla extract rounds out the flavor
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and instant coffee powder.
- In another bowl, beat butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Flatten each dough ball slightly with a fork, making the classic peanut butter cookie crisscross pattern.
- Bake for 12 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the centers remain soft.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
- Eat immediately, or store in an airtight container for later (if they last that long).
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Cookie)
- Calories: ~150
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Cookie)
- Magnesium: 5%
- Iron: 3%
- Potassium: 4%
- Niacin: 6%
- Vitamin E: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Use natural peanut butter for a stronger, nuttier taste.
- Add chocolate chips if you enjoy making things even more irresistible.
- Want more crunch? Throw in chopped peanuts.
- Dunk in milk or coffee for the full experience.
