Brown Butter Coffee Toffee Cookies
Indulge in the delightful flavor of Brown Butter Coffee Toffee Cookies, a perfect treat for coffee aficionados. These cookies feature the rich, nutty depth of browned butter combined with a robust espresso kick and sweet toffee bits. Topped with a sprinkle of sea salt, they deliver a chewy texture and decadent taste that makes them ideal for any occasion, be it cozy evenings or festive gatherings. Easy to make and endlessly customizable, these cookies will quickly become your go-to dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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 with chocolate
- Flaked sea salt for topping
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter until golden brown and nutty.
- Transfer browned butter to a bowl, stir in espresso powder, and refrigerate until firm (1-2 hours).
- Beat solidified butter and sugars in a stand mixer until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Add egg and vanilla; mix until smooth.
- Incorporate baking powder, baking soda, salt, and flour on low speed.
- Gently fold in toffee bits.
- Chill dough balls in the refrigerator for at least a few hours or up to 24 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake chilled dough balls on parchment-lined sheets for 11-13 minutes until edges are golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg