Whole wheat flour in your cookies? You bet. It’s like pretending to be healthy while indulging in chocolatey goodness. You can tell yourself it’s a whole grain cookie, so it’s practically a salad, right? The coffee ripple adds just the right amount of sophistication—because we all need a little extra caffeine in our dessert. These cookies bring the best of both worlds: rich chocolate, subtle coffee flavor, and the illusion of eating something that’s mildly good for you. Make them for that friend who’s “trying to eat healthier,” and watch their face when they take a bite.
Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Cookies with Coffee Ripple
This recipe combines whole wheat flour and chocolate chips with a coffee ripple, creating a delicious and slightly guilt-free cookie.
Ingredients
Cookies:
- 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Coffee Ripple:
- 1 tbsp instant coffee powder
- 1 tbsp hot water
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream Butter & Sugar: Beat softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in egg and vanilla extract.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until well combined.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Stir in chocolate chips.
- Scoop Dough: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, until golden. Let cool on a wire rack.
- Make Coffee Ripple: Dissolve coffee powder in hot water and whisk in powdered sugar until smooth.
- Drizzle: Once cookies are cooled, drizzle coffee ripple over them
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 170 kcal
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 4%
- Iron: 6%
- Calcium: 3%
- Vitamin C: 1%
- Magnesium: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Use organic whole wheat flour for a deeper flavor.
- Don’t overbake—the cookies should be slightly soft in the center.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- For a fun twist, add a sprinkle of sea salt over the coffee ripple.
