Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment like the adult you’re pretending to be.
Cream softened vegan butter with both sugars until light and just a little smug.
Stir in brewed espresso and vanilla, blending until smooth and slightly caffeinated.
In a separate bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
Combine dry and wet ingredients. Mix until you’ve got dough that looks like deep chocolate heaven.
Fold in chocolate chips because clearly, things weren’t indulgent enough yet.
Scoop dough onto prepared sheet. Give them space—no one likes clingy cookies.
Bake for 12 minutes, then let cool on a rack. Yes, cool your jets too.
For whipped cream, beat chilled coconut cream until fluffy. Add espresso powder, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt. Whip until peaks form.
Spread whipped cream generously on one cookie and top with another. Repeat until your inner barista is satisfied.