Description
Indulge in the rich, buttery flavor of these Best Brown Butter Coffee Toffee Cookies topped with a hint of sea salt. The brown butter adds a deep nuttiness, while the instant coffee granules enhance the sweetness of the toffee bits, creating a perfect balance of flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Add-ins and Topping
- 1 1/2 cups toffee bits
- Sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Dissolve Coffee: In a small bowl, dissolve the instant coffee granules in 1 tablespoon of hot water and set aside to infuse flavor into the dough.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and seasoning.
- Brown Butter: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter and cook until it turns golden brown, releasing a nutty aroma, which should take about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in both sugars until combined. Allow the mixture to cool for 5 minutes to avoid cooking the eggs in the next step.
- Add Eggs and Flavorings: Add eggs to the cooled butter mixture one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure incorporation. Stir in vanilla extract and the dissolved coffee for enhanced flavor depth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid over-mixing and developing gluten. Fold in the toffee bits gently for sweet, crunchy bursts within the cookie.
- Form Cookies: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded balls of dough about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet to allow space for spreading during baking.
- Bake and Cool: Bake the cookies for 9 to 11 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with sea salt to enhance the flavor, and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For best flavor, use high-quality unsalted butter and dark brown sugar.
- Do not overmix the dough after adding flour to keep the cookies tender.
- Adjust the baking time slightly for softer or crispier cookies according to preference.
- Sea salt topping is optional but highly recommended to balance sweetness.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: brown butter cookies, coffee toffee cookies, sea salt cookies, homemade cookies, dessert recipes
