Description
These Hazelnut Chocolate Espresso Cookies are a decadent treat that combines rich hazelnut flavor, dark and milk chocolate chips, and a bold espresso kick. With a gluten-free base made from hazelnut flour, these cookies are both indulgent and unique. The white chocolate espresso drizzle adds the perfect finishing touch, making them a must-try for coffee and chocolate lovers alike.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 300 g hazelnut flour (unblanched)
- 60 g soft brown sugar
- 225 g unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
- ¼ teaspoon table salt
- 100 g mixed dark and milk chocolate chips
- 50 g white chocolate, melted (for drizzle)
- ½ teaspoon instant espresso powder (for drizzle, optional)
Instructions
Instructions:
- Prepare Baking Sheets: Line three baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and salt until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- Add Dry Ingredients: Mix in the hazelnut flour and 1 tablespoon of espresso powder until well combined.
- Incorporate Chocolate Chips: Stir in the mixed chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Shape Dough into Log: Transfer the dough onto a sheet of cling film and shape it into a log. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F) with a fan setting.
- Slice and Arrange Cookies: Unwrap the chilled dough, slice into 0.7 cm (¼ inch) thick discs, and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake: Bake for 12 minutes, or until golden around the edges.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Drizzle: Melt the white chocolate and, if desired, mix in ½ teaspoon of espresso powder.
- Drizzle and Set: Drizzle the white chocolate espresso mixture over the cooled cookies and let it set before serving.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, swap out the butter and chocolate chips for dairy-free alternatives.
- Add chopped hazelnuts for extra crunch or try almond flour as a substitute for a different flavor.
- If you want these cookies sweeter, increase the sugar or add a splash of maple syrup or honey to the dough.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 4 hours chilling time)
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
