Think cookies are for kids? Think again. Bourbon chocolate chip cookies with espresso glaze bring grown-up decadence straight to your taste buds. Each bite balances boozy bourbon warmth, bittersweet chocolate, and a bold espresso glaze that demands your full attention. They’re indulgent, mischievous, and downright addictive—basically, the cookie version of your friend who always causes trouble at happy hour. Best eaten when you’ve decided calories no longer count, or life just needs a sweet fix. Warning: they might cause sudden applause at your next gathering.
Bourbon Chocolate Chip Cookies with Espresso Glaze
Rich chocolate chip cookies infused with bourbon and topped with a bold espresso glaze. Perfect for adult dessert indulgence.
Ingredients
Cookies:
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp bourbon
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup dark chocolate chips
Espresso Glaze:
- 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
- 2 tbsp hot water
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream Butter & Sugar: Beat the softened butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer until fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the bourbon, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Glaze: Dissolve espresso powder in hot water. Whisk in powdered sugar and heavy cream until smooth and pourable.
- Glaze the Cookies: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies. Let it set before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 5%
- Calcium: 3%
- Potassium: 4%
- Magnesium: 3%
- Vitamin E: 2%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Substitute bourbon with rum for a sweeter twist.
- Chill the dough for 20 minutes for thicker, chewier cookies.
- Drizzle extra glaze for double espresso decadence.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- These cookies pair dangerously well with a strong cup of black coffee.
