Description
These Brown Butter Coffee Toffee Cookies combine the rich, nutty flavor of brown butter with robust coffee granules and sweet toffee bits, creating a unique and indulgent cookie perfect for coffee lovers. With a crisp edge and chewy center, these cookies offer a delightful balance of textures and flavors that make them an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup instant coffee granules
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup toffee bits
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the cookies evenly.
- Brown the Butter: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Continue cooking it for about 3-4 minutes until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma. Then remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing thoroughly to incorporate.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and instant coffee granules ensuring even distribution.
- Mix Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently just until combined to avoid overmixing which could lead to tough cookies.
- Add Toffee Bits: Fold in the toffee bits carefully, distributing them evenly through the dough.
- Shape and Bake: Scoop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto a baking sheet, spacing them to allow spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
- Cool Cookies: After baking, let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely for optimal texture.
Notes
- Using browned butter adds a deep, nutty flavor that elevates the classic cookie.
- Instant coffee granules dissolve and blend into the dough without adding liquid, giving a subtle coffee taste.
- Do not overmix the dough once the dry ingredients are added to keep cookies tender.
- If you prefer a stronger coffee flavor, you can increase instant coffee granules slightly.
- Ensure to cool cookies on a wire rack to prevent sogginess.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
