Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Brown Butter Coffee Toffee Cookies, a perfect treat for coffee enthusiasts! These cookies boast a rich, nutty flavor from browned butter and a robust coffee essence from espresso powder, complemented by sweet toffee bits. They are irresistibly chewy and decadent, making them ideal for any occasion—from casual snacks to festive gatherings. With simple steps, you can create these gourmet-style cookies right at home. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this easy yet indulgent recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon espresso powder
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ tablespoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup Heath toffee bits
Instructions
- Brown the Butter: Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until golden brown and nutty. Stir in espresso powder and refrigerate until firm (1-2 hours).
- Prepare the Dough: In a stand mixer, beat the solidified brown butter with both sugars until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add baking powder, baking soda, salt, and flour; mix on low speed.
- Fold in Toffee Bits: Gently incorporate Heath toffee bits into the dough.
- Chill the Dough: Scoop dough balls onto a tray and chill for several hours or up to 24 hours.
- Preheat Oven & Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet; sprinkle with flaked sea salt. Bake for 11-13 minutes until golden brown around edges.
- Cool & Serve: Let cookies cool slightly before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Customize your cookies by adding nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor. For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.