Hey there, cookie lovers!
The holidays are just around the corner, and you know what that means—time for some delicious Christmas treats!
Today, I’m excited to share my special recipe for Christmas cookies with espresso.
These cookies are soft, festive, and packed with a little coffee kick.
Perfect for sharing or enjoying with a cozy cup of cocoa.
Let’s get those holiday vibes going and start baking!
| Preparation Time | 30-40 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 10-12 minutes |
| Total Time | 40-52 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Medium |
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 12 tablespoons softened butter
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 shot freshly brewed espresso
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Dark chocolate chunks
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare Dry Ingredients
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1.5 teaspoons of baking soda, and a pinch of kosher salt.
Set this mixture aside for later use.
Step 2: Cream Butter and Sugars
In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together 12 tablespoons of softened butter, 1 cup of packed light brown sugar, and 0.5 cups of granulated sugar.
Mix until the ingredients are well combined and creamy.
Step 3: Add Espresso, Egg, and Vanilla
Add 1 shot of freshly brewed espresso, 1 egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture.
Mix until these ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
Step 4: Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients
Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined to maintain a fluffy dough.
Be careful not to overmix the dough.
Step 5: Add Chocolate and Chill the Dough
Fold in dark chocolate chunks into the dough, being careful not to overmix.
Cover the dough and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
This helps the dough firm up and improves the texture of the cookies.
Step 6: Portion and Bake
After chilling, use an ice cream scoop to portion the dough onto a baking tray, spacing them evenly to allow room for spreading.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
Step 7: Cool and Enjoy
Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the baking tray before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once they have cooled, enjoy your delicious freshly baked cookies!
