Coffee Cake Cookies: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Treat
Coffee cake and cookies? Yes, please! This recipe combines the warm, comforting flavors of coffee cake with the chewiness and crunch of a delicious cookie. It's perfect for a cozy afternoon with a cup of coffee or as a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions:
1. Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Cream Together:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. Combine Wet and Dry:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Add Coffee and Nuts:
- Stir in the brewed coffee and chopped nuts (if using).
6. Shape and Bake:
- Using a tablespoon, scoop out dough and roll into balls.
- Place the balls of dough about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Gently flatten each cookie with a fork, creating a criss-cross pattern.
- Sprinkle with granulated sugar.
7. Bake and Cool:
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips:
- Strong Coffee: Using strong coffee will enhance the coffee flavor in the cookies.
- Nut Variations: You can substitute the walnuts or pecans with other nuts like almonds or macadamia nuts.
- Coffee Glaze: For an extra kick of coffee flavor, you can drizzle the cooled cookies with a simple coffee glaze made with powdered sugar and coffee.
- Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Enjoy these delicious coffee cake cookies! They're sure to be a hit with coffee lovers and cookie enthusiasts alike.
