Description
A rich, aromatic cookie infused with real coffee beans and a hint of chocolate. Perfect with a cup of coffee or tea, these cookies are crisp on the outside, chewy on the inside, and easy enough for everyday baking.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (for ~24 cookies):
For the Cookies:
2 ½ cups cake flour
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp finely crushed coffee beans
½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional, for chocolate coffee bean cookies)
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3: Cream Butter & Sugars
In a large bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
Step 4: Combine
Gradually mix dry ingredients into the butter mixture until smooth. Fold in crushed coffee beans and chocolate chips (if using).
Step 5: Shape & Bake
Scoop dough into 1–2 tbsp portions and place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets. Bake 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- Coffee Flavor Tip: Lightly toast coffee beans before crushing to enhance flavor.
- Texture Variation: Slightly underbake for a chewier cookie.
- Chocolate Twist: Use dark or milk chocolate chips for a chocolate coffee bean variation.
- Make Ahead: Dough can be chilled up to 3 days before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Cookies
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American / Coffee-Flavored