Save Thick and chewy espresso toffee chocolate chip cookies are the ultimate treat for coffee lovers, merging classic chocolate chip cookies with bursts of rich espresso and crunchy toffee. Every bite has a perfect balance of sweetness and a subtle hint of coffee flavor, making these cookies truly irresistible.
I first made these cookies for a late-night movie marathon with friends, and they disappeared within minutes. The combination of espresso beans and toffee bits was such a hit that everyone asked for the recipe, making this a staple whenever we crave something special.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/2 cups
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Cinnamon: 1/4 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter (room temperature): 15 tablespoons
- Dark brown sugar: 1 cup + 2 tablespoons
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup
- Pure vanilla extract: 2 1/2 teaspoons
- Large eggs (room temperature): 2
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 1 1/2 cups
- Toffee bits (plain): 1 cup
- Chocolate-covered espresso beans (roughly chopped): 1/2 cup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prep baking sheets:
- Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together all dry ingredients. Set aside.
- Cream butter and sugars:
- In a large bowl, combine butter, sugars, and vanilla. Whisk until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes (you may use a mixer).
- Add eggs:
- Add the eggs and beat quickly for 30 seconds until just combined. Let rest for 5 minutes, then beat eggs for another 30 seconds.
- Combine mixtures:
- Gently fold in the flour mixture using a wooden spoon until most flour is absorbed.
- Add the mix-ins:
- Fold in chocolate chips, toffee bits, and chopped espresso beans.
- Shape cookies:
- Roll 3 tablespoon-sized balls of dough between your palms, then place on the prepared sheet. Leave enough space for spreading.
- Bake:
- Bake for 11-14 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
- Cool:
- Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
Save These cookies are the favorite in our home during the holidays, and my family always gathers in the kitchen to shape the dough balls and sneak bits of toffee along the way.
Required Tools
You'll need mixing bowls, a whisk, baking sheets, and parchment paper for the best cookie experience.
Allergen Information
Contains gluten from flour, dairy from butter, and eggs. Double-check all labels if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Each cookie has approximately 150 calories, 7 g fat, 21 g carbohydrates, and 2 g protein.
Save Enjoy these cookies fresh from the oven for the perfect chewy texture. Store extras in an airtight container to keep them soft.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I keep cookies thick and chewy?
Use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing the dough. Resting the mixture before shaping helps maintain thickness.
- → Can I substitute toffee bits?
Yes, swap in caramel chips or omit for a pure chocolate and espresso experience. Texture will differ slightly.
- → What role do espresso beans play?
The espresso beans add a pleasant coffee flavor and enhance the richness of the chocolate, elevating the cookies' profile.
- → Are these cookies suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, all listed ingredients suit a vegetarian diet. Check your add-in labels to confirm.
- → How should I store these cookies?
Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week to preserve freshness and texture.
- → Can the dough be prepared ahead of time?
The dough can be refrigerated overnight, making it convenient for baking fresh cookies on demand.