Coffee Butter Cookies
Experience a taste of holiday bliss with these delightful Melt-in-Your-Mouth Coffee Butter Cookies, bringing together the rich flavor of coffee and buttery goodness in every bite.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon instant coffee Use robust coffee granules for a stronger taste.
- 2 tablespoons hot water Let cool slightly before mixing.
- 1 cup icing sugar Can substitute with powdered sugar.
- 1 stick unsalted butter Must be at room temperature.
- 1 large egg Beaten.
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Can use a gluten-free blend if needed.
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch No substitutions needed unless allergens are a concern.
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adjust according to taste.
Finishing Touches
- 1 cup melted dark chocolate Can replace with white chocolate for a different flavor.
- ¼ cup chopped pistachios Or walnuts/almonds for a nutty twist.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of instant coffee with 2 tablespoons of hot water. Stir until the coffee granules are dissolved. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 stick of room-temperature unsalted butter and 1 cup of icing sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Beat in 1 large beaten egg and the prepared coffee mixture into the butter-sugar mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Baking
- Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly soft but will firm up as they cool.
- Once out of the oven, let the cookies cool on a wire rack. Drizzle melted dark chocolate over the cookies and sprinkle with chopped pistachios or your nut of choice.
Notes
Make sure the butter is at room temperature for optimal mixing. The dough should be slightly sticky. If it is too dry, you may need to add a little water. Avoid overbaking; cookies should be slightly soft in the center when taken out of the oven.
