Description

Dense, fudgy, and intensely chocolatey cookies with a hint of coffee that enhances the cocoa flavor. These cookies feature a crackly top, chewy center, and melted chocolate puddles.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (200g) packed brown sugar
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 large egg yolk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup (170g) dark chocolate chips
1 bar (4 oz) dark chocolate, chopped into chunks
Sea salt flakes, optional for topping

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
Beat in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until just combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, espresso powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped chocolate chunks using a spatula.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes (or up to 24 hours).
Scoop dough into balls (about 2 tablespoons each) and place on prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart. Press reserved chocolate chunks on top.
Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are set but centers are still soft.
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes if desired.

Notes

Chilling the dough is crucial to prevent spreading and ensure chewy texture. Do not overbake; cookies should look slightly underdone when removed from the oven as they will continue to cook on the hot pan. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 180
Sugar: 16
Sodium: 110
Fat: 9
Saturated Fat: 5
Carbohydrates: 24
Fiber: 1
Protein: 3

Keywords: chocolate cookies, espresso cookies, double chocolate, fudgy cookies, baking, dessert, coffee cookies