Mocha chocolate chip cookies with espresso frosting—because why stop at a regular cookie when you can elevate the experience? These treats combine the comfort of chocolate chips with the bold, sophisticated kick of espresso. That frosting? It’s not just an afterthought; it’s the grand finale. Who said coffee and chocolate don’t deserve a love story? With just the right amount of sweetness and bitterness, these cookies demand attention. It’s like a coffeehouse meets dessert heaven. Be prepared: after one bite, you’ll never look at cookies—or coffee—quite the same again.
Mocha Chocolate Chip Cookies with Espresso Frosting
Mocha chocolate chip cookies with espresso frosting combine rich coffee and chocolate flavors, resulting in a decadent, indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Cookies:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp instant coffee granules
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Espresso Frosting:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened
- 1 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp espresso powder
- 1 tsp hot water
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- Cream Butter & Sugar: Beat the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and coffee granules.
- Combine Dry & Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in chocolate chips.
- Scoop Dough: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden on the edges. Cool the cookies completely.
- Prepare Frosting: In a bowl, mix powdered sugar, softened butter, heavy cream, and espresso powder dissolved in hot water.
- Frost the Cookies: Once cookies are cooled, pipe or spread the espresso frosting over them.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 3%
- Iron: 5%
- Calcium: 2%
- Vitamin C: 1%
- Magnesium: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips
- For a bolder coffee flavor, add more espresso powder to the frosting.
- Top the cookies with a sprinkle of sea salt to enhance the flavor.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- If you’re feeling extra, drizzle some chocolate over the frosting for even more indulgence!
