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Double Chocolate Chip Cookies with Coffee Ganache Centers

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These double chocolate chip cookies are stuffed with a rich coffee ganache center, creating a chocolate lover's dream.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 12 cookies
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips

For the Coffee Ganache Centers:

  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp finely ground coffee
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven: Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  • Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
  • Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in semi-sweet and milk chocolate chips.
  • Form Cookie Dough: Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and flatten slightly on the baking sheets.
  • Make the Ganache: In a saucepan, heat heavy cream and ground coffee until it just simmers.
  • Make Ganache: Pour the hot cream over dark chocolate chips, whisking until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
  • Assemble the Cookies: Spoon a small amount of ganache into the center of each cookie dough ball. Gently press another dough ball on top.
  • Bake the Cookies: Bake for 12-15 minutes. Cool on a rack before serving.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 280 kcal
  • Total Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 10%
  • Magnesium: 7%
  • Calcium: 4%
  • Vitamin E: 3%
  • Potassium: 6%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • Use espresso powder if you don’t want the coffee grounds to be too noticeable.
  • If you prefer a stronger ganache center, add more coffee or reduce cream slightly.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.