Brown Butter Coffee Toffee Cookies
These delightful cookies combine the rich flavor of brown butter and coffee with crunchy toffee bits for a comforting treat.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- ½ cup unsalted butter Use high-quality butter for the best results.
- 1 tablespoon espresso powder Adds coffee flavor that enhances the brown butter.
- ¾ cup brown sugar Gives a rich sweetness and keeps cookies chewy.
- ¼ cup granulated sugar Balances the flavors.
- 1 large egg Use room temperature for smoother mixing.
- ½ tablespoon vanilla extract Adds depth of flavor.
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder Gives a little lift to the cookies.
- ½ teaspoon baking soda Helps create a crispy edge.
- ½ teaspoon salt Enhances sweetness and balances flavors.
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour Do not overmix to avoid tough cookies.
- ½ cup Heath toffee bits with chocolate Adds sweetness and texture.
- to taste flaked sea salt for topping Elevates flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it reaches a rich amber color and cool slightly.
- Mix the browned butter with the espresso powder and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours until firm.
- Beat the solidified butter with brown and granulated sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together baking powder, baking soda, salt, and flour.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the toffee bits gently.
- Scoop the dough into large balls and refrigerate for several hours or up to 24 hours.
Baking
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place dough balls on the prepared sheet, leaving room for spreading.
- Sprinkle flaked sea salt on top before baking.
- Bake for 11-13 minutes until edges are golden brown, but centers are still soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Chilling the dough is crucial for texture and prevents spreading. For a crunch, consider adding nuts or experimenting with flavored extracts.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 120mgSugar: 10g
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