Soft, chewy, and full of espresso flavor. These Coffee Cookies are what every coffee lover dreams of. A cozy treat that comes together in minutes.
Updated July 2025: Updated key ingredients, storage tips, and added tools and FAQs. It was originally posted in April 2020.
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Reader Adam, commented: "I've made this recipe twice now. They are delicious, but I also found a simple icing of powdered sugar, water, and vanilla tops them off really well 😉 ★★★★★"
Another reader Judy, commented: "Just took my first batch out of the oven and will be making a double batch next time….they are delicious! And so easy to put together. Thank you for sharing! ★★★★★"
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If you're a coffee lover, this one’s for you. These Coffee Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with the rich flavor of instant espresso and melty chocolate chips. They come together quickly with just a handful of pantry staples and fill your kitchen with the cozy aroma of freshly brewed coffee. Whether you’re baking a small batch for yourself or sharing with friends, this recipe is a delicious way to enjoy coffee beyond your morning cup.
Before You Bake: What to Know
Here’s what makes these cookies a standout:
- Instant Espresso gives these cookies a bold coffee flavor without brewing a drop.
- Chocolate Chips pair perfectly with coffee for a mocha-like twist.
- No chill time needed, but you can chill the dough for thicker cookies.
- A stand or hand mixer makes this recipe even easier.
Tools You'll Need
- Mixing bowls (small, medium, and large)
- Stand or hand mixer
- Rubber spatula
- Parchment-lined baking sheet
- Cookie scoop
Key Ingredients
- Instant Espresso Powder - Adds deep, bold coffee flavor. You can use instant coffee if needed.
- Butter - Softened unsalted butter creates a rich, tender texture.
- Granulated Sugar - Classic sweetness that complements the coffee.
- Egg - Helps bind the dough while keeping the cookies soft.
- All-Purpose Flour - The base structure of the cookie.
- Chocolate Chips - Semisweet or dark chocolate works beautifully here.
- Vanilla Extract - Adds warmth and depth to round out the espresso.
👉🏾 See the recipe card below for exact quantities and full instructions.
📖 Recipe
Coffee Cookies Recipe
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Equipment
- 1 Large baking sheet
- parchment paper or nonstick liner
- 1 stand mixer or hand mixer
- 3 mixing bowls (small, medium, & large)
- 1 rubber spatula
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 4 teaspoons instant espresso coffee or powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons warm water
- ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
Instructions
- Begin this recipe by preheating the oven to 350 degrees F. and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the 1 cup all-purpose flour, ¼ teaspoon baking soda, ¼ teaspoon salt, and set aside.
- In a small bowl, stir together the 4 teaspoons instant espresso powder and 1 ½ teaspoons warm water until the instant espresso has completely dissolved.
- Using a stand mixer or hand mixer on low speed, mix together the ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 5 tablespoons butter, 1 large egg, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Add in the coffee mixture and the flour mixture and mix to combine, careful not to over mix.
- Turn the mixture off and gently fold in the ¼ cup chocolate chips and spoon the cookie dough onto the prepared cookie sheet, in 1 heaping tablespoon of cookie dough, spaced at least an inch apart.
- Place into the oven and allow the cookies to bake 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are set and the cookies are soft and puffy.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool for 5 minutes on the cookie sheet before removing. Serve the cookies warm or once they have cooled completely.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature up to 5 days.
Notes
- Do not over-mix the dough! Mix until combined and then stop, especially after combining the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients. Mixing too much may make your cookies crispy and tough.
- Use semisweet chocolate chips or some chopped chocolate bar. If you use the chopped chocolate it will melt and make the cookie chewy and fudgy.
- Be careful not to overbake these cookies. They will be soft once removed from the oven, but they will firm up and become chewy as they cool.
- The cookie dough will be soft and that is completely normal. If you find the dough is too soft to scoop, simply place it in the refrigerator to chill for 10 to 15 minutes before scooping it to bake.
Storage & Freezing
- Room Temperature: Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Dough: Keep unbaked dough in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Freezer: Freeze dough balls up to 2 months. Bake directly from frozen, just add 1–2 minutes to bake time.
- Reheating: Warm in the oven at 300°F for 1–2 minutes or microwave for 10–15 seconds for gooey centers.
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LaKita's Expert Tips for Perfect Coffee Cookies
- Don’t overmix. Stir just until combined for the best chewy texture.
- Use chopped chocolate for gooier centers, but chips will also work great.
- Espresso too strong? Use decaf or cut it back slightly.
- Dough too soft? Chill it for 10–15 minutes before scooping.
FAQs
Yes, but the flavor may be milder. Use the same amount.
Try a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend, but the texture may vary slightly.
Not required! But chilling will give you thicker cookies.
More Cookie Recipes to Try
- Chocolate Chip Pretzel Cookies
- Iced Oatmeal Cookies
- Freezing Cookie Dough
- Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Icebox Cookies
- Easy Shortbread Cookies
Did you make these Coffee Cookies? Let me know if you added a little twist in the comments! If you make this recipe, tag @SimplyLaKita on Instagram or pin it to save for later.
💌 From my kitchen to yours, happy baking!
Ramona says
Oh my goodness, I am such a coffee lover in desserts and I couldn't wait to make those cookies. I couldn't wait to have a bite so I made them at the weekend. How long do you think they lasted? They didn't even got to get proper cold. That's how long they lasted. I need to make the next batch.
LaKita says
Thank you Ramona, they never lasts long in my home either lol!
Molly Kumar says
Perfect cookies for coffee + chocolate lovers like me. The ingredients are so simple snd comes together in no time. Saving to try soon.
LaKita says
Thank you Molly! I agree, they're so perfect for coffee + chocolate lovers 🙂
Jordan says
I LOVE coffee flavored desserts. I don't drink coffee anymore but I still love the taste and the smell. So these satisfy the craving perfectly!
LaKita says
Thank you Jordan, happy to hear these help with you coffee cravings 😉