Coffee Sugar Cookies
Ingredients
- 4 ½ call-purpose flour
- 1 tspbaking soda
- 1 tspcream of tartar
- 1 cunsalted butter
room temperature
- 1 cvegetable oil
- 1 cgranulated sugar
- 1 cconfectioners' sugar
- 2 largeeggs
room temperature
- 2 tspvanilla extract
- ¼ cfreshly ground coffee beans
), finely ground (such as you would for espresso
- 1 cconfectioners' sugar
- 2 tbspfreshly brewed coffee
Directions
Cookie
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar. Whisk to combine and set aside.
- 3
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together butter, oil, granulated sugar, and confectioners sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, scraping the sides of the bowl as necessary.
- 4
Reduce speed to medium and add the eggs, one at a time, mixing until just combined after each addition.
- 5
Add the vanilla and coffee grounds and continue mixing until combined.
- 6
Reduce speed to low and add the flour mixture in three additions, scraping the sides of the bowl as necessary.
- 7
Using a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop, scoop cookies and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 1 inch apart. (They will not spread much)
- 8
Bake 8-10 minutes or until the edges of the cookie start to turn golden brown.
Glaze
- 1
In a small bowl combine confectioners' sugar and coffee. Whisk together until smooth.
- 2
Drizzle the cookies with the coffee glaze.
- 3
Cookies can be served warm or cold.
Coffee Sugar Cookies
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About this Recipe
Craving a cookie that breaks the mold? These Coffee Sugar Cookies are your answer, transforming a beloved classic into a delightful, aromatic treat that promises to ignite your taste buds with every bite. This recipe yields a generous 34 servings, perfect for sharing.
What makes these cookies truly special is their thoughtful construction, blending the comforting sweetness of a traditional sugar cookie with the sophisticated, robust flavor of coffee. By incorporating finely ground coffee beans directly into the dough, and then finishing with a freshly brewed coffee glaze, we achieve a deep, authentic coffee presence that's beautifully balanced, not overpowering. This technique ensures that rich, soothing flavor permeates every tender crumb, setting them apart from ordinary sugar cookies.
Imagine a cookie that's wonderfully soft and subtly chewy, with a delicate crumb that melts in your mouth. Each bite delivers a harmonious symphony: the familiar, sweet comfort of a classic sugar cookie dancing with the invigorating, complex notes of real coffee. The espresso-fine grind of the coffee beans infuses the dough with its signature aroma and taste, while the simple coffee glaze adds a final, concentrated burst of flavor and a lovely sheen. This isn't just a sugar cookie with coffee extract; it's a genuine coffee experience in cookie form, perfect for those who appreciate nuanced flavors and a comforting treat.
Personalize your batch of Coffee Sugar Cookies by experimenting with coffee choices. For an intense coffee hit, opt for a dark roast espresso, ground very fine. A medium roast will offer a more mellow, approachable flavor. You can also adjust the strength of the brewed coffee in the glaze to your liking. Feeling adventurous? A pinch of cinnamon or cardamom in the dough could add another layer of aromatic warmth.
These exquisite cookies are perfect for any occasion, from a cozy afternoon coffee break to a sophisticated dessert spread. They make a fantastic pairing with your favorite hot beverage, offering a comforting and flavorful indulgence.