Brown Butter Coffee Toffee Cookies
Indulge in the deliciously rich flavors of Brown Butter Coffee Toffee Cookies, perfect for coffee lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike. With a delightful balance of nutty brown butter, robust espresso, and sweet toffee bits, these cookies are sure to elevate your baking game. The chewy texture combined with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt creates a mouthwatering treat that is perfect for sharing or savoring on your own. Easy to make with straightforward steps, even novice bakers can whip up these delectable cookies in no time. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving something sweet, these cookies will undoubtedly leave everyone smiling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup (113.5 g) unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon espresso powder
- ¾ cup (165 g) brown sugar
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- ½ tablespoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cups (175 g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (80 g) Heath toffee bits with chocolate
- Flaked sea salt for topping
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt unsalted butter until golden brown and nutty-smelling. Stir in espresso powder and cool in the fridge for 1-2 hours.
- Beat chilled brown butter with both sugars until fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Mix in one large egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add dry ingredients (baking powder, baking soda, salt, all-purpose flour) on low speed until combined.
- Fold in toffee bits evenly.
- Scoop dough into balls and chill for at least 2 hours (up to 24 hours).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place dough balls on it, sprinkling with flaked sea salt.
- Bake for 11-13 minutes until edges are golden and centers remain soft. Cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg