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Espresso Macchiato with Coffee Sugar Cookies

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A classic espresso macchiato served with perfectly crumbly, coffee-infused sugar cookies. Because why settle for basic?
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Espresso Macchiato:

  • 1 shot espresso
  • 1/4 cup steamed milk
  • 1/4 cup milk foam

For the Coffee Sugar Cookies:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp instant coffee
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup butter softened
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar

Instructions
 

  • Brew a shot of espresso and pour into a small cup.
  • Steam milk and foam it up.
  • Pour the steamed milk over the espresso and top with foam.
  • For the cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a bowl, combine flour, instant coffee, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, cream butter, sugar, and brown sugar.
  • Add the egg and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  • Stir in the dry ingredients.
  • Drop spoonfuls of dough on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
  • Let cookies cool on a rack.
  • Serve the macchiato with cookies and enjoy!

Notes

Nutritional Values (per serving):
  • Calories: 280
  • Total Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving):
  • Vitamin A: 8%
  • Calcium: 3%
  • Iron: 5%
  • Vitamin C: 0%
  • Potassium: 3%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor:
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon to the macchiato for an extra flavor kick.
  • Use dark brown sugar for an even richer taste in your cookies.
  • If you like a stronger coffee flavor in your cookies, increase the coffee amount.
  • Make sure to chill the cookie dough for 10 minutes before baking to get that perfect texture.