Brown Butter Coffee Toffee Cookies
Indulge in the delightful combination of rich flavors with these Brown Butter Coffee Toffee Cookies. The nutty aroma of browned butter mingles beautifully with bold espresso powder while sweet toffee bits provide a satisfying crunch. These cookies are perfect for coffee aficionados and anyone craving a sweet treat. Their chewy texture and irresistible taste make them an extraordinary dessert for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Best of all, they’re easy to prepare, allowing even novice bakers to shine in the kitchen. With options for customization and make-ahead convenience, these cookies will quickly become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup (113.5 g) unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon espresso powder
- ¾ cup (165 g) brown sugar
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- ½ tablespoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cups (175 g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (80 g) Heath toffee bits with chocolate
- Flaked sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Brown the butter until golden and nutty; cool and mix with espresso powder.
- Beat the browned butter with sugars until fluffy; add egg and vanilla.
- Mix in dry ingredients until just combined; fold in toffee bits.
- Chill dough for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough onto parchment-lined sheets.
- Sprinkle with sea salt and bake for 11–13 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg