Name: Chocolate Chip Coffee Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tsp baking soda; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; 3/4 cup brown sugar; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1 tbsp instant coffee or espresso powder; 2 tbsp hot water; 2 large eggs; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

If you’re a coffee lover and a cookie enthusiast, this recipe brings the best of both worlds together. The coffee enhances the chocolate flavor, creating a richer, more indulgent treat. These cookies are easy to make, store well, and offer just the right balance of sweetness and depth.

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

All-purpose flour
Baking soda
Salt
Unsalted butter, softened
Brown sugar
Granulated sugar
Instant coffee or espresso powder
Eggs
Vanilla extract
Semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
In a large mixing bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Dissolve instant coffee or espresso powder in a small amount of hot water, then mix into the butter-sugar mixture along with the eggs and vanilla extract.
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Fold in chocolate chips.
Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are golden but centers are still soft.
Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Servings and timing

Makes about 24 cookies.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Variations

Mocha Cookies: Add cocoa powder to the dough for a deeper chocolate-coffee flavor.
Nutty Crunch: Stir in chopped walnuts or pecans.
Dark Chocolate: Use dark chocolate chips for a more intense taste.
Extra Coffee Kick: Increase espresso powder for stronger coffee flavor.
Gluten-Free: Substitute with a gluten-free flour blend.

Storage/Reheating

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
For longer storage, freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months.
To enjoy warm, microwave a cookie for 10–15 seconds.

FAQs

Can I use brewed coffee instead of instant?

Brewed coffee adds too much liquid—stick to instant coffee or espresso powder.

Can I chill the dough before baking?

Yes, chilling for 30 minutes enhances flavor and texture.

Can I use margarine instead of butter?

Yes, but butter provides a richer flavor.

Do these cookies taste strongly of coffee?

They have a subtle coffee flavor that enhances the chocolate without overpowering it.

Can I make them dairy-free?

Yes, use dairy-free butter and chocolate chips.

Can I freeze the dough?

Yes, portion dough into balls and freeze for up to 3 months.

What type of chocolate chips are best?

Semi-sweet works great, but milk or dark chocolate chips are also delicious.

Can I add spices?

A pinch of cinnamon or cardamom pairs well with coffee flavor.

How do I make them softer?

Slightly underbake and store in an airtight container.

Can I double the recipe?

Yes, it scales easily without adjustments.

Conclusion

Chocolate Chip Coffee Cookies are the perfect treat for anyone who loves the comforting taste of coffee and the indulgence of warm, melty chocolate. They’re easy to make, incredibly flavorful, and just the thing to brighten your day