Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies with Espresso Frosting
These dark chocolate chip cookies are elevated with an espresso frosting that delivers the perfect balance of rich and bitter flavors.
Ingredients
- For the Cookies:
- Unsalted butter softened: ½ cup
- Granulated sugar: ½ cup
- Brown sugar packed: ½ cup
- All-purpose flour: 1 ¼ cups
- Cocoa powder unsweetened: 2 tablespoons
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Large egg: 1
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Dark chocolate chips: 1 ½ cups
- For the Espresso Frosting:
- Instant espresso powder: 2 tablespoons
- Heavy cream: ¼ cup
- Powdered sugar: 1 cup
- Unsalted butter softened: 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Baking Sheet
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients for Cookies
- Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugars
- Beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Step 4: Add Wet Ingredients
- Add egg and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
- Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Step 6: Stir in Dark Chocolate Chips
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips, making sure they're evenly distributed.
- Step 7: Shape the Dough
- Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Step 8: Bake
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are firm. Cool on the baking sheet.
- Step 9: Make Espresso Frosting
- In a small saucepan, dissolve espresso powder in heavy cream over low heat. Remove from heat.
- Whisk in softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Step 10: Frost the Cookies
- Once the cookies have cooled, spread the espresso frosting on top of each one.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 220
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
Key Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving):
- Iron: 6% DV
- Calcium: 3% DV
- Vitamin A: 4% DV
- Magnesium: 5% DV
- Potassium: 180 mg
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Espresso Overload: If you want even more coffee goodness, try using freshly brewed espresso instead of instant powder.
- Chill the Dough: For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Add Nuts: Throw in some chopped walnuts or hazelnuts for extra crunch and flavor.
- Frosting Variations: Add a pinch of cinnamon or a splash of vanilla extract to the frosting for a twist.