Coffee-Infused Spice Cookies
Soft, spiced cookies infused with coffee, delivering a perfect balance of warmth, richness, and a much-needed caffeine kick.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp instant coffee or espresso powder
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp ground ginger
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in espresso powder, egg, and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- Scoop dough into small balls and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
- Let them cool slightly before devouring.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Cookie)
- Calories: ~160
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Cookie)
- Iron: 2%
- Magnesium: 3%
- Calcium: 2%
- Potassium: 2%
- Vitamin A: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Swap nutmeg for cardamom for a more exotic kick.
- Use dark brown sugar for deeper caramel notes.
- Pair with a latte for peak coffee indulgence.
- Store in an airtight container—if there are any left.