Description
Cappuccino Swirl Cookies are irresistibly soft treats infused with a subtle coffee flavor and swirled with rich chocolate chips. These cookies balance sweetness and a hint of espresso, perfect for coffee lovers looking for a delightful homemade snack. Easy to prepare and bake in under 30 minutes, they make a wonderful addition to any cookie platter.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
Add-ins
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get it ready for baking the cookies.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs and vanilla extract into the butter and sugar mixture, mixing thoroughly to combine all wet ingredients evenly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and instant coffee granules to ensure even distribution of leavening and coffee flavor.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough and prevent tough cookies.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Carefully fold the chocolate chips into the dough, spreading them evenly to ensure a chocolate swirl in every bite.
- Portion Cookies: Drop tablespoons of the cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden and the centers are set but still soft.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which prevents breaking and maintains texture.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness and softness.
- You can adjust the amount of instant coffee granules to increase or decrease the coffee flavor according to your preference.
- For a stronger chocolate flavor, add more chocolate chips or use a mix of dark and milk chocolate chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
