Mocha Chocolate Chip Cookies 

These Mocha Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful fusion of rich cocoa and bold espresso, creating a deep, mocha flavor that coffee and chocolate enthusiasts will adore. With crispy edges and chewy centers, each bite offers a delightful balance of sweetness and a subtle coffee kick. Perfect for an afternoon treat or a cozy dessert, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup brown sugar

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• 2 tablespoons espresso powder

• 2 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 2½ cups all-purpose flour

• ½ cup cocoa powder

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 2 cups dark chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.

3. Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the espresso powder, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.

4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.

5. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

6. Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the dark chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

7. Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.

9. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information (Per Cookie)

• Calories: 190 kcal

• Total Fat: 9g

• Saturated Fat: 5g

• Carbohydrates: 24g

• Fiber: 2g

• Sugars: 18g

• Protein: 2g

• Sodium: 90mg

• Cholesterol: 20mg

• Iron: 6% DV

• Calcium: 4% DV

• Magnesium: 3% DV

• Potassium: 2% DV

• Vitamin B6: 2% DV