Coffee Chocolate Swirl Cookies
Rich, chewy cookies with a chocolate-espresso swirl that delivers both decadence and a jolt of caffeine.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder unsweetened, obviously
- 1½ tsp instant coffee granules the secret to waking up
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp strong brewed coffee for extra strength
Instructions
Making the Dough:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the flour, cocoa powder, instant coffee, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract. Beat until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Stir in chocolate chips and brewed coffee. You should already be feeling the magic happen.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking the Cookies:
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are set.
- Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Cookie)
- Calories: 180
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Cookie)
- Iron: 8%
- Magnesium: 4%
- Calcium: 3%
- Potassium: 2%
- Vitamin E: 2%
Pro Tips for Perfect Cookies:
- Use freshly brewed coffee for the most robust flavor.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes if you like a thicker cookie.
- Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before baking for a fancy touch.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh longer—if they last that long.