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Perfect Espresso Shortbread Cookies

Perfect Espresso Shortbread Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

Delightful Perfect Espresso Shortbread Cookies infused with robust coffee flavor. Each bite melts in your mouth, perfect for gatherings or cozy afternoons.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-purpose Flour Swap for gluten-free flour if desired.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Creates a tender texture.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened, at room temperature.
  • 2 tablespoons Ground Espresso Beans Can substitute with instant coffee.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth to flavor.
Optional Variations
  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate For dipping cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon Spices Cinnamon or nutmeg for flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Toffee Bits or Chocolate Chips For additional sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch To soften cookie texture.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie Cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, espresso, and salt until blended.
  3. In a large bowl, beat butter with granulated and powdered sugars until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix on low until combined.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredient mixture until a dough forms, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Shape dough into a disc, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  7. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness and cut into shapes.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature butter and take care not to overbake the cookies to maintain their tender texture.

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