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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Coffee Butter Cookies

These delightful cookies, infused with rich coffee flavor and hints of cinnamon, are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy moments by the fire.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Coffee Mixture
  • 1 tablespoon instant coffee Opt for robust granules for a more intense flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons hot water Let cool slightly before mixing.
Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup icing sugar Also known as powdered sugar—feel free to substitute.
  • 1 stick unsalted butter Make sure it’s at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1 large egg Beaten.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Gluten-free blend works too.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Don’t skip this unless there are allergen concerns.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adjust according to your personal taste.
Chocolate Coating
  • 1 cup melted dark chocolate Or white chocolate if you’re feeling adventurous.
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios Can substitute walnuts or almonds for a delightful crunch.

Method
 

Preparation of Coffee Mixture
  1. In a small bowl, dissolve the instant coffee in the hot water and let it cool for a minute.
Creaming the Butter and Sugar
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the room-temperature butter and icing sugar together until light and fluffy.
Combining Wet Ingredients
  1. Add the beaten egg and the cooled coffee mixture, mixing until well combined.
Combining Dry Ingredients
  1. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Gradually add this to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
Chilling the Dough
  1. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
Preheating the Oven
  1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) while the dough chills.
Shaping the Cookies
  1. Scoop tablespoons of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on a lined baking sheet, leaving some space between as they will spread.
Baking
  1. Pop them in the oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until they start to turn a light golden color at the edges.
Melting the Chocolate
  1. While the cookies are cooling, melt your chocolate gently in a microwave or over a double boiler.
Dipping and Decorating
  1. Once the cookies are cool, dip the tops into the melted chocolate and sprinkle with chopped pistachios. Let them set before enjoying!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 30mgSugar: 5g

Notes

These cookies can be kept in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week, or frozen with parchment paper between layers to avoid sticking. For added flair, consider adding flavored extracts or rolling in cinnamon sugar before baking.

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