Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies are what happens when your sweet tooth meets a caffeine addiction. Imagine the classic chocolate chip cookie, but with a turbo boost. Perfect for when you need that extra jolt of energy, or when you’re trying to pretend you’re only eating cookies for the caffeine. These aren’t your grandma’s cookies unless she’s also a barista. With espresso powder woven into every bite, expect chocolatey goodness with a kick that’ll keep you coming back for more. Let’s be honest, who needs an afternoon coffee break when you have these?
Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Bold Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies loaded with rich chocolate chunks and a boost of caffeine from espresso powder.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter softened: 1 cup
- Brown sugar: 1 cup
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 tablespoon
- Espresso powder: 2 tablespoons
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/4 cups
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Chocolate chips or chunks: 1 1/2 cups
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugars together using an electric mixer until fluffy.
- Add eggs, vanilla, and espresso powder. Mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Slowly add to the wet ingredients.
- Fold in chocolate chips or chunks.
- Scoop dough onto the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Cool on a rack before devouring.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 180
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor
- For extra espresso flavor, add an additional teaspoon of espresso powder.
- Swap out chocolate chips for chunks for a richer experience
