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Perfect Espresso Shortbread Cookies

Perfect Espresso Shortbread Cookies That Will Wow Your Tastebuds

These Perfect Espresso Shortbread Cookies are a delightful blend of rich butter and finely ground espresso, making them an irresistible treat for coffee lovers.
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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: Baking
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can be replaced with gluten-free 1:1 flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Sea salt or kosher salt recommended
  • 2 tablespoons finely ground espresso beans Instant coffee or espresso powder can be used
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Contributes sweetness
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar Infuses the cookies with softness
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Ensure softened at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Cookie Cutters
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, salt, and espresso beans in a medium bowl and set aside.
  3. Cream together granulated sugar, powdered sugar, and softened butter in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add vanilla extract to the butter mixture and blend until incorporated.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until the dough just comes together.
  6. Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 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 lightly golden around the edges.
  9. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.

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