Description

Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies with Coffee Cream Filling combine the bold, aromatic flavors of espresso with classic chocolate chip cookies, layered with a smooth and velvety coffee-infused cream filling. These cookies feature crisp edges and chewy centers, offering a decadent coffee-chocolate experience perfect for dessert lovers and coffee enthusiasts alike.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free baking blend for gluten-free version)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons espresso powder
2 cups chocolate chips

Coffee Cream Filling

1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons espresso powder
1 tablespoon coffee liqueur or brewed espresso (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Cookie Dough: Cream the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well to combine. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until fully incorporated. Gently stir in the chocolate chips to distribute evenly throughout the dough.
Bake the Cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop equal portions of dough onto the sheets, spacing them adequately apart as they will spread slightly. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers are set but still soft. Remove from oven and allow cookies to cool completely on wire racks to preserve texture.
Make the Coffee Cream Filling: While the cookies cool, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and espresso powder until soft peaks form. For extra coffee flavor, gently fold in coffee liqueur or brewed espresso if using. The filling should be smooth, velvety, and flavorful.
Assemble the Sandwich Cookies: Pair cookies of similar size. Spread or pipe a generous amount of coffee cream filling onto the flat side of one cookie. Press the second cookie gently on top to create a sandwich with the luscious coffee cream center.

Notes

Chill the dough for at least 1 hour before baking to intensify flavors and control spreading.
Do not overbake; remove cookies when edges are set and centers still soft for chewy texture.
Measure espresso powder carefully; too much can cause bitterness.
Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor and texture.
Use a piping bag to neatly fill the cookies with cream.

Prep Time: 20 minutes + 1 hour chilling
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich cookie
Calories: 220
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: espresso cookies, chocolate chip cookies, coffee cream filling, coffee dessert, sandwich cookies, gluten-free cookies