Ingredients
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- 14 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon ground espresso
- 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 large egg yolk (room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 2/3 cup + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup chopped semi-sweet chocolate or mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Brown the butter in a stainless steel pan over medium heat until amber; transfer to a mixing bowl.
- Stir in espresso grounds and let cool to room temperature.
- Whisk together sugars in the bowl until combined.
- Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla; whisk until smooth.
- Gently fold in flour, baking soda, salt, and chocolate until just mixed.
- Scoop dough onto a parchment-lined tray; chill in the freezer for at least 3-4 hours (overnight preferred).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Bake chilled cookie dough balls for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool on wire rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 151
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 102mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 23mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for optimal taste. Chilling the dough enhances flavor and texture. Experiment with different chocolate types for variety.
