Crispy Perfect Coffee Dipping Cookies
These cookies feature a delicate crunch on the edges with a tender, melt-in-your-mouth center, perfect for pairing with your favorite coffee. Quick and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients, they are a crowd-pleaser for any coffee break or brunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 29 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons fine sugar or sanding sugar (for sprinkling on top)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until the batter is glossy and smooth.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few streaks of flour are okay.
- Use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to drop dough onto the baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. The dough should be soft but hold shape.
- Lightly sprinkle fine sugar or sanding sugar over each cookie.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until edges are golden brown but centers still look soft.
- Remove from oven and let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use softened but not melting butter for best texture. Do not overmix after adding flour to keep centers tender. Sprinkle fine sugar on top before baking for added crunch and sparkle. Chill dough for 15 minutes if cookies spread too much. Let cookies rest on baking sheet after baking to set texture. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil. For gluten-free, use almond flour or a gluten-free blend.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Protein: 1
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