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Coffee Sugar Cookies

Irresistibly Chewy Coffee Sugar Cookies for Your Sweet Escape

These Coffee Sugar Cookies combine rich espresso flavor with a sweet glaze for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder or finely ground coffee
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • milk or cream as needed for consistency

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and instant espresso powder in a bowl.
  2. Cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
  4. Gradually add dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop the chilled dough into 2-tablespoon balls and space them on the baking sheet.
  8. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar and enough milk or cream for drizzling consistency.
  11. Drizzle the glaze over cooled cookies and let sit for 15-20 minutes to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Cookies should be stored in an airtight container, at room temperature for up to 4 days or refrigerated for up to 1 week. Freeze unbaked dough for longer storage.

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