Ingredients
Espresso Butter Mixture:
Unsalted butter
Espresso grounds
Dry Mix:
All-purpose flour
Espresso grounds
Baking powder
Baking soda
Kosher salt
Wet Mix:
Brown sugar
Granulated sugar
Eggs
Vanilla extract
Dark chocolate chunks or semi-sweet chocolate chips
Large flakes of sea salt, such as Maldon or Jacobson
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.,Cream the butter and espresso grounds together until light and fluffy.,In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, espresso, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.,In another bowl, combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.,Gradually combine the wet and dry ingredients until a dough forms.,Fold in the chocolate chunks.,Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.,Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden but centers remain soft.,Immediately sprinkle with sea salt flakes and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Substitute dark chocolate with milk chocolate, white chocolate, or a mix.
Add chopped nuts like walnuts, pecans, or almonds for extra crunch.
For extra espresso kick, brush cookies with a light espresso glaze after baking.
Mix in dried cherries or cranberries for a fruity twist.
Try a pinch of cinnamon or chili powder for subtle warmth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American / Bakery
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg