Ingredients and Weight: - All-purpose flour: 2 and 1/4 cups (281g) - Unsalted butter, softened: 1 cup (227g) - Granulated sugar: 3/4 cup (150g) - Brown sugar: 3/4 cup (150g) - Eggs: 2 large - Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml) - Ground coffee: 1/4 cup (25g) - Instant coffee powder: 1 tablespoon (4g) - Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g) - Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) - Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 2 cups (340g)
Preparation Time: - 10 minutes
Cooking Time: - 10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level: - 2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps: 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. 3. In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. 4. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Stir in the vanilla extract. 5. In a small bowl, combine the ground coffee, instant coffee powder, and 2 tablespoons of boiling water. Stir until the coffee is dissolved. Add the coffee mixture to the batter and mix until combined. 6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips. 7. Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. 8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and golden brown. 9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information (per cookie): - Calories: 270 - Fat: 14g (9g saturated) - Cholesterol: 55mg - Sodium: 120mg - Carbohydrates: 33g (2g fiber, 20g sugar) - Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics: - Rich and chocolatey - Infused with the subtle aroma of coffee - Slightly chewy with a crispy exterior - Suitable for all ages and occasions
User Comments: - "These cookies are addictive! The coffee flavor is perfectly balanced with the sweetness of the chocolate chips." - "I love how the coffee brings out the depth of flavor in the chocolate. A great treat for coffee lovers." - "My kids went crazy over these cookies. They're a fun and easy way to get them to eat coffee!" - "These cookies are perfect for parties or gatherings. They're sure to impress your guests." - "I highly recommend trying these cookies. They're a delicious and unique twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie."
Special Precautions and Tips: - Do not overmix the dough, as this will make the cookies tough. - For a stronger coffee flavor, use more ground coffee in the batter. - If you don't have instant coffee powder, you can use 1/4 cup of brewed coffee instead. - Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.