Unleash the irresistible aroma and flavor of coffee in every bite with our Coffee and White Chocolate Cookies. These cookies blend the robust intensity of coffee with the sweet creaminess of white chocolate, creating a sophisticated treat for any coffee lover. The addition of dark chocolate chips and almonds introduces a delightful texture and depth that makes these cookies a standout dessert or snack.
Why You'll Love This:
If you adore the deep, enticing flavors of coffee and chocolate, these cookies are your dream come true. The recipe is crafted to bring out the best of both worlds, combining the aromatic richness of instant coffee with the luxurious sweetness of white chocolate. Each cookie is a mini escape to a café-like experience, perfect for pairing with your morning coffee or as an elegant dessert at dinner parties.
Perfect Occasion:
These cookies are perfect for a wide range of occasions. Serve them at a coffee-themed brunch, as a special treat during book club meetings, or as a sophisticated dessert at a dinner party. They're also wonderful as homemade gifts during the holidays or as a thoughtful treat to brighten someone's day.
Decoration Tips:
For an extra touch of elegance, drizzle melted white chocolate over the cooled cookies. A light dusting of cocoa powder or cinnamon can also enhance their visual appeal and flavor. To make them festive, consider using themed cookie cutters or sprinkling edible gold dust over the white chocolate for a luxurious finish.
Ingredients:
- 100 grams of softened butter
- 150 grams of white sugar
- 55 grams of egg (approximately 1 medium)
- 8 grams of vanilla essence
- 245 grams of all-purpose flour
- 3 grams of instant coffee
- 2 grams of cocoa powder
- 2 grams of baking soda
- 1 gram of baking powder
- 0.5 grams of cinnamon powder
- 150 grams of dark chocolate chips
- 100 grams of almonds, roughly chopped
- 5 white chocolate balls
- Preheat your oven to 190 degrees Celsius (374 degrees Fahrenheit). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla essence to the butter mixture, mixing until well incorporated.
- Sift together the flour, instant coffee, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and cinnamon. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring to combine.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips and chopped almonds until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up. After chilling, form the dough into 150-gram balls, insert a white chocolate ball into the center of each, and then freeze them for at least four hours.
- Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 14-15 minutes, or until the edges are just turning golden.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these delightful Coffee and White Chocolate Cookies that perfectly capture the essence of a cozy, aromatic coffee break!
