Kick your cookies up a notch with coffee and dark chocolate! These Coffee Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect combination of crunch and caffeine anytime you need a treat.
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About this Coffee Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe
I’m much more of a night owl than a morning person. There’s just something about the peace and quiet that makes it perfect for me to finish a project, read a book or watch the latest movie until the wee hours of the morning. But someone in my house doesn’t respect that at all — my dog demands her morning walk nice and early to start her day!
Thank goodness for coffee. Its sweet nectar ensures I’m a pleasant person before noon each day. I’m not picky, I’ll sip a cold brew, an Irish coffee mocktail or a lavender latte for my morning boost.
But sometimes, I need something a little sweeter to get me through the day. And what could be sweeter than a cookie?!
These Coffee Chocolate Chip Cookies have the perfect ratio of crunch and caffeine. They transform the typical chocolate chip cookies with espresso powder and dark chocolate for a treat that’s the perfect pick-me-up!
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Why you’ll love this recipe
This Coffee Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe is so easy and delicious, you’ll be able to make a batch anytime you’re craving a treat!
- This recipe is a tasty twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie that’s perfect for coffee lovers.
- It takes under 30 minutes to make homemade cookies. Plus, you’ll have plenty to share!
- Making your own cookies allows you to customize them to your taste. I’m sharing my tips to make these your new favorite cookie!
Tools & equipment
Before you bake, be sure that you have everything you need to make these caffeine-filled delights. A cookie sheet * (or two) is a must. Don’t forget the parchment paper * to prevent sticking!
A large mixing bowl * or two and measuring cups will get you the right consistency while a spatula * will help the ingredients to incorporate. A wire cooling rack is a nice addition to help your cookies cool quickly — and let you get to tasting them sooner!
You’ll want a mixer — either a stand mixer or hand works — to ensure your batter is well combined along with a rubber spatula *.
You’ll also want to use an air-tight container for storage to help your cookies last. Although they’re so good, they may not even make it there!
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Ingredients
Here’s what you need for this tasty twist on a classic — you probably already have most of this on hand:
- all purpose flour
- baking soda
- salt
- unsalted butter
- granulated sugar
- brown sugar
- vanilla extract *
- instant espresso powder * or coffee powder
- eggs
- dark chocolate chips
- cacao nibs
Substitutions & variations
If you prefer a lighter cookie, you can use different chocolate chips in place of the dark chocolate. I prefer semi-sweet chocolate in my cookies, but follow where your heart calls you. White chocolate or chocolate chunks would be good too!
Cacao nibs make your cookies a little darker and crunchier, but are totally optional.
Give your batter a little extra boost of coffee flavor by upping the amount of espresso powder (a couple of tablespoons should do it). You can also use instant coffee instead if that’s what you have on hand.
Instructions
Let’s get mixing these coffee cookies!
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Get your baking sheets lined with parchment paper * and set aside for now.
Combine your flour, baking soda and salt in a mixing bowl * and set these dry ingredients to the side.
Use a mixer to cream together butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar in a large bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add your vanilla extract * and sprinkle in your espresso powder, followed by your eggs, mixing well after each addition.
Gradually add your flour mixture and beat until a cookie dough forms. Fold in your chocolate chips and cacao nibs using a spatula.
Drop rounded tablespoons (feel free to use a cookie scoop * if you have one) of the dough onto your parchment-lined baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches in between each cookie.
Then pop into the oven and bake 9 to 11 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown. Transfer onto a wire rack to cool and enjoy, or store when fully cooled in a sealed container.
Tips & tricks
Set your butter out ahead of time to warm. When it’s at room temperature it’s much easier to get the fluffy consistency when combined with the sugars.
Keep an eye on your cookies! Baking time can vary oven to oven, so you’ll want to watch for that gorgeous golden brown color to know when they’re done and have the right chewiness, rather than over-baking them for a more crunchy cookie.
If you’re not using parchment paper, be sure to grease your baking sheet * well to prevent sticking. Butter or non-stick cooking spray are good alternatives.
Food & drink pairings
You can’t go wrong when you pair cookies and a cold glass of milk! Add some homemade chocolate syrup and make chocolate milk as a sweet alternative. These would also go well with a french press coffee, which would bring out that delicious coffee flavor.
A nightcap would be a great compliment to these cookies! Try a classic white Russian or a milk punch for a boozy sipper or a hot chocolate for something more cozy.
FAQ
If you have crunchy or dry cookies, it’s likely your baking time. Over-baking your cookies can give them a crunchier texture. Keep an eye on them as they bake and pull them out as soon as they are golden brown for chewy cookies.
Yes! Instant coffee is an easy substitute for espresso powder. It will change the flavor of the cookie depending on what type of coffee you use. I don’t recommend using coffee grounds, however, as they will give your cookies a grainy texture and not concentrated coffee flavor.
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Coffee Chocolate Chip Cookies
ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder * or coffee powder
- 2 large eggs
- 12 ounces dark chocolate chips
- ¼ cup cacao nibs
instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine flour, baking soda and salt in medium bowl and set aside.
- With a mixer, beat butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add vanilla extract and espresso powder, then add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually add in flour mixture.
- Using a spatula, stir in the chocolate chips and cacao nibs.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough about 2 inches apart onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes, then transfer to wire rack until completely cooled.
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Haley @ Cheap Recipe Blog says
Clever… never thought of putting espresso powder in chocolate chip cookies. I’ll have to give this a go!
Susannah says
Let me know what you think! Warning: they’re addictive 😉
Hannah Diane says
Yum! Can’t wait to try them!!