Chewy Coffee Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Introduction

These Chewy Coffee Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the rich flavors of coffee and chocolate in a delightfully soft and chewy treat. Perfect for any coffee lover looking to enjoy their favorite flavors in cookie form.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 large yolk
• 2-3 teaspoons dry ground coffee granules (substitute instant coffee or espresso powder)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons brewed black coffee (can be instant coffee)
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 1/2 cups chocolate chunks or chips

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350° F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together on low-medium speed until smooth, about 2 minutes.
3. Step 3: Add the whole egg and yolk to the mixture and mix again until combined.
4. Step 4: Stir in the ground coffee granules, vanilla extract, and brewed coffee using low speed for about 30 seconds.
5. Step 5: Turn off the mixer. Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt. Mix on low speed, gradually increasing to medium as the dry ingredients incorporate.
6. Step 6: Once the dough is evenly mixed, stop the mixer and fold in the chocolate chunks by hand to avoid breaking them up.
7. Step 7: Chill the cookie dough in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
8. Step 8: Using a 3-tablespoon cookie scoop or large spoon, portion out dough balls evenly—bake six at a time on the prepared baking sheets.
9. Step 9: Bake cookies on the lower rack of the oven for 15 to 17 minutes until the edges are golden brown.

Tips & Variations

• For a stronger coffee flavor, use espresso powder instead of regular instant coffee granules.
• Try mixing in chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for added texture.
• Chill the dough longer (up to 1 hour) for thicker cookies with a chewier center.
• Swap half the chocolate chunks for white chocolate to add a different twist.

Storage

Store the baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze the cookies for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature before serving. Reheat in a low oven for a few minutes if you want them warm and gooey.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular coffee instead of ground coffee granules?

Ground coffee granules or instant coffee powder work best because they dissolve into the dough without adding grit. Regular brewed coffee can add liquid but won’t provide the same concentrated flavor.

How do I get my cookies chewy and not crispy?

Using more brown sugar than white sugar, adding an extra yolk, and chilling the dough before baking all help keep the cookies soft and chewy. Baking just until the edges are golden also prevents them from becoming too crisp.

Chewy Coffee Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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These Chewy Coffee Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the rich flavors of coffee with melty chocolate chunks, creating a decadent and chewy treat perfect for coffee lovers. The addition of brewed coffee and ground coffee granules enhances the chocolate’s depth, while the combination of brown and granulated sugars ensures a soft, chewy texture.

• Author: Nora
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 24 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 large egg yolk
• 2 teaspoons brewed black coffee (can be instant coffee)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2–3 teaspoons dry ground coffee granules (instant coffee or espresso powder can be substituted)

Add-ins

• 1 1/2 cups chocolate chunks or chips

Instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather and measure all ingredients to ensure smooth workflow through the recipe.
2. Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheets: Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to be ready for baking.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment to beat 1 cup of softened unsalted butter with 1 cup brown sugar and 1/2 cup granulated sugar on low to medium speed for about 2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
4. Add Eggs: Add 1 whole large egg followed by 1 large egg yolk into the creamed butter and sugar mixture. Mix again until fully incorporated.
5. Add Flavorings: Mix in the coffee flavor components – 2 to 3 teaspoons of dry ground coffee granules, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 teaspoons brewed black coffee – on low speed for about 30 seconds to combine evenly.
6. Add Dry Ingredients: Turn off the mixer and add the 2.5 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt. Start mixing on low speed and increase to medium as the dry ingredients begin to incorporate with the wet mixture until a dough forms.
7. Stir in Chocolate Chunks: Stop the mixer and fold in 1 1/2 cups of chocolate chunks or chips by hand, ensuring the chunks remain intact.
8. Chill Dough: Refrigerate the dough for 20 minutes to firm it up, making it easier to scoop and maintaining the cookie shape during baking.
9. Scoop Cookies: Using a 3-tablespoon cookie scoop or a large spoon, portion out six evenly sized balls of dough on each prepared baking sheet.
10. Bake Cookies: Place the baking sheet on the lower rack of the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 17 minutes. The cookies are done when the edges turn golden brown but the centers remain soft.
11. Cool and Serve: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your chewy coffee-infused chocolate chip cookies!

Notes

• For stronger coffee flavor, use espresso powder instead of regular instant coffee granules.
• If you prefer a less pronounced coffee taste, reduce the ground coffee to 1 teaspoon.
• You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips if chocolate chunks are unavailable.
• Chilling the dough is important to prevent excessive spreading during baking and to enhance chewiness.
• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.

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