Regular sugar cookies? Predictable. Mocha Swirl Sugar Cookies? A masterpiece of buttery sweetness with a caffeine kick. These beauties combine rich chocolate, bold espresso, and classic sugar cookie dough in a mesmerizing swirl. They’re soft, slightly crisp on the edges, and packed with mocha magic. Every bite delivers sweetness, warmth, and just enough coffee to keep you from napping. They look fancy but require zero artistic skills—just roll, slice, and bake. Perfect for coffee lovers, dessert lovers, and people who just want a better cookie. Let’s swirl some mocha madness into your snack game.
Mocha Swirl Sugar Cookies
Soft, swirled cookies that balance espresso and chocolate with a sweet, buttery base. Perfect for dessert, coffee breaks, or showing off.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour because structure matters
- 1 tsp baking powder so they don’t turn into bricks
- ½ tsp salt balances sweetness
- 1 cup butter softened, not melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar the sweet base
- 1 egg helps everything bind
- 1 tsp vanilla extract adds depth
- 1 tbsp espresso powder for bold flavor
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder brings the mocha magic
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients, stirring until fully combined.
- Divide dough in half. Mix espresso powder and cocoa powder into one half.
- Roll both dough halves into equal-sized rectangles.
- Place the mocha dough on top of the plain dough and roll tightly.
- Chill for 10 minutes, then slice into cookies.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden. Cool before devouring.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~150
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 5%
- Magnesium: 3%
- Potassium: 2%
- Calcium: 2%
- Folate: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Use dark cocoa powder for a richer mocha flavor.
- For extra crisp edges, chill the dough longer before baking.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Want more espresso kick? Add an extra ½ tablespoon of espresso powder.
