Crunchy on the edges, chewy in the center, and packed with espresso and melty chocolate, these cookies are basically a legal addiction. Why settle for boring chocolate chip cookies when you can have mocha-infused bites of happiness? The deep coffee kick complements the rich cocoa, creating the perfect excuse to eat cookies for breakfast. These aren’t just dessert—they’re a survival strategy. Dip them in milk, coffee, or straight into your mouth. Just know that once you bake these, store-bought cookies will feel like an insult. Ready to upgrade your cookie game? Let’s get baking.
Mocha Chocolate Chip Cookies
Rich, espresso-infused cookies loaded with gooey chocolate chips. Crispy, chewy, and dangerously addictive.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp instant espresso powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup dark chocolate chunks
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy using an electric mixer.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Whisk flour, espresso powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and chunks, ensuring an even distribution.
Bake the Cookies:
- Scoop dough onto the lined baking sheet, spacing each about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until edges turn golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes.
- Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely—if you can wait that long.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Cookie)
- Calories: ~180
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Cookie)
- Calcium: 2%
- Iron: 3%
- Potassium: 2%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Use high-quality chocolate for a richer taste.
- For extra crunch, sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before baking.
- Freeze cookie dough balls for future cravings.
- Pair with iced coffee for maximum mocha overload.
