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Coffee Butter Cookies

Decadent Coffee Butter Cookies for Cozy Moments

Indulge in these irresistible Coffee Butter Cookies that promise a melt-in-your-mouth texture and robust coffee flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 tablespoon instant coffee provides a distinct coffee flavor
  • 2 tablespoons hot water ensure it's cooled slightly before mixing
  • 1 cup icing sugar adds sweetness and light texture
  • 1 stick unsalted butter must be at room temperature
  • 1 large egg beaten for best results
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can be replaced with gluten-free blend
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch ensures a tender cookie
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adds a warm spice note
For Decoration
  • 1 cup melted dark chocolate for dipping cookies
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios or substitute with walnuts or almonds

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Piping Bag
  • Baking Tray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Dissolve 1 tablespoon of instant coffee in 2 tablespoons of hot water and let cool to room temperature.
  2. Beat together 1 stick of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of icing sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 1 large beaten egg and blend until fully combined.
  4. Whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon in a separate bowl.
  5. Fold the cooled coffee mixture into the creamed butter mixture, then gently mix in the dry ingredients.
  6. Transfer the dough into a piping bag and pipe shapes onto a lined baking tray.
  7. Chill the dough in the freezer for 5-10 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake cookies for about 8 minutes.
  9. Let cookies cool completely, then dip edges in melted dark chocolate and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature and avoid overmixing for tender cookies. Customize flavors and topping options as desired.

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