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Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies

These Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the rich flavors of espresso and chocolate into a chewy and delicious treat, perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature.
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs Substitute each egg with 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce if needed.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Using high-quality chocolate chips will enhance the flavors.
  • 1 tablespoon espresso powder

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until fluffy and lightened in color.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then add the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder until well combined.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix!
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
Baking
  1. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
  2. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container for up to a week. They freeze beautifully for up to three months. Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds for a freshly baked taste.