Ah, the classic Espresso Macchiato: simple, elegant, and here to remind you that, yes, you’re still a coffee snob. Topped with a creamy foam and a hint of espresso, it’s a no-nonsense drink for those who appreciate subtlety. But why stop there? Pair it with Coffee Sugar Cookies for that extra dose of ‘I’m too cool for regular snacks.’ These cookies are for people who get their caffeine fix with style—lightly sweet, perfectly crumbly, and packing a coffee punch. If you’re tired of sipping plain coffee with no flair, this combo will save your taste buds from boredom.

Espresso Macchiato with Coffee Sugar Cookies
A classic espresso macchiato served with perfectly crumbly, coffee-infused sugar cookies. Because why settle for basic?
Ingredients
For the Espresso Macchiato:
- 1 shot espresso
- 1/4 cup steamed milk
- 1/4 cup milk foam
For the Coffee Sugar Cookies:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp instant coffee
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup butter softened
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Brew a shot of espresso and pour into a small cup.
- Steam milk and foam it up.
- Pour the steamed milk over the espresso and top with foam.
- For the cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine flour, instant coffee, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream butter, sugar, and brown sugar.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Stir in the dry ingredients.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
- Let cookies cool on a rack.
- Serve the macchiato with cookies and enjoy!
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving):
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Calcium: 3%
- Iron: 5%
- Vitamin C: 0%
- Potassium: 3%
- Add a pinch of cinnamon to the macchiato for an extra flavor kick.
- Use dark brown sugar for an even richer taste in your cookies.
- If you like a stronger coffee flavor in your cookies, increase the coffee amount.
- Make sure to chill the cookie dough for 10 minutes before baking to get that perfect texture.