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Espresso Shortbread Cookies

Espresso Shortbread Cookies: Buttery Bites of Coffee Bliss

Espresso Shortbread Cookies are a delightful blend of buttery goodness and bold coffee flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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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: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar can reduce for less sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar can replace with granulated sugar
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter must be at room temperature
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour gluten-free blend can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Espresso Beans finely ground; can substitute with espresso powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt omit if using salted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract adjust for more flavor
Optional Toppings
  • to taste Chocolate for dipping cookies
  • to taste Dusting Sugar for sprinkling on top

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Cookie cutters

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and espresso beans.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar, powdered sugar, and softened butter until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in the vanilla extract and gradually add the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
  5. Shape the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Roll out the dough to ¼-inch thickness and cut into desired shapes.
  7. Transfer to the baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are light golden brown.
  8. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature for best results. Do not skip the chilling step for better texture.

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