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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Coffee Butter Cookies

These delightful cookies blend buttery goodness with rich coffee flavor, perfect for sharing during the holiday season.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon instant coffee Use robust coffee granules for stronger taste.
  • 2 tablespoons hot water Let cool slightly before mixing.
  • 1 cup icing sugar Powdered sugar can be used instead.
  • 1 stick unsalted butter Ensure it is at room temperature.
  • 1 large egg Beaten.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour A gluten-free blend can work too.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch No substitutions needed unless there are allergens.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup melted dark chocolate Can substitute with white chocolate.
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios Walnuts or almonds can be used as alternatives.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Mix the instant coffee granules with hot water in a small bowl and let sit until it cools slightly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the room-temperature butter until creamy and smooth, then gradually add in the icing sugar, mixing until fluffy.
  3. Stir in the beaten egg and cooled coffee mixture, blending everything together.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt, then gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Once the dough is chilled, scoop tablespoon-sized dollops, roll them into balls, and place them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  4. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  5. Once cooled, dip the tops in melted chocolate and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.

Notes

For a richer flavor, add a touch of vanilla extract to the batter. Always make sure your butter is at room temperature to ensure a smooth mixture. Chilling the dough helps keep cookies thick.