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Chewy Espresso Martini Cookies

Soft, chewy chocolate cookies infused with bold espresso flavor and inspired by the classic espresso martini cocktail.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp instant espresso powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.75 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp vodka or coffee liqueur optional
  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, espresso powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg, egg yolk, vanilla, and optional alcohol. Mix well.
  5. Mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips and chill dough 30 minutes.
  7. Bake cookies 10–12 minutes until edges are set and centers are soft.

Notes

Slightly underbake for the chewiest texture.