Description
Rich, cozy, and kissed with espresso flavor, these Homemade Cappuccino Cookies are the perfect blend of coffee and chocolate in a soft, chewy treat. With a hint of cinnamon, melted chocolate chips, and a smooth coffee aroma, they’re like your favorite cappuccino—just in cookie form. Whether you’re baking for the holidays, gifting a friend, or just treating yourself, these cookies will perk up any day.
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Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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2 tbsp instant espresso powder (or instant coffee granules)
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¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
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¾ cup brown sugar, packed
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 tbsp milk
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
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Optional: powdered sugar or cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Line baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and espresso powder.
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Set aside.
Step 3: Cream the Butter & Sugars
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In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
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Add the egg, vanilla extract, and milk. Beat until well combined.
Step 4: Mix the Dough
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
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Mix until just combined—do not overmix.
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Fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
Step 5: Scoop & Bake
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Scoop about 1 to 1½ tablespoons of dough per cookie and place on prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers look just slightly underbaked.
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Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 6: Optional Finishing Touch
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Once cooled, lightly dust with powdered sugar or cocoa powder for a coffeehouse-style finish.
Notes
Don’t Overbake – For soft, chewy centers, pull them out when the edges are golden but the centers are still soft.
Chill the Dough (Optional) – If you have time, chill the dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
Use Fresh Espresso Powder – For the most robust flavor.
Customize the Chips – Try white chocolate or dark chocolate for a fun twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Cuisine: American