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    3 Dec 1, 2015 Baking  |   Jump to Recipe

    Mocha Brownie Cookies

    Holiday cookie season is upon us, so it’s time to get your game face on.

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    Mocha Brownie Cookies

    Throughout the Holiday season, cookies are integral to a number of special traditions and occasions. They’re the treat left out for Santa, the festive dessert at the end of a Holiday party, the gifts for friends and family bundled in bubble wrap, and the late night sweets enjoyed with a cold glass of milk. Nestled in a tin or fanned out over a large platter, cookies help conjure up memories of past Holidays spent with loved ones. So it’s important to have a few stand-out cookie recipes at the ready that can be easily whipped up for any Holiday occasion.

    These slice and bake Mocha Brownie Cookies are a crowd-pleasing confection that can be made mainly from pantry staples. Cocoa powder, instant coffee and vanilla extract work harmoniously together to form a sweet cookie rich with notes of dark chocolate brownie and roasted coffee. Glistening sprinkles on the outer edge provide satisfying crunch, a pleasant contrast to the tender, cakey center.  Continue reading for the recipe.

    Cookie Ingredients

    Good quality instant coffee is a must here, because the flavor really comes through.  I’d recommend picking up a package of dark roast Starbucks Via Instant Coffee.  I used to get instant coffee in a jar or canister, but I would use just a little, and the rest would go bad soon after.  Instant coffee packets stay fresh for over a year.  I’ve even used one after the recommended expiration date, and it tasted similar to a newer packet.

    Mocha Brownie Cookies do require some chill time in the freezer, so plan accordingly. They can be made in advance, and stored for up to 3 days in the refrigerator or 1 month in the freezer. If stored at length in the freezer, let thaw at room temperature until cold but sliceable (30 minutes to 1 hour), then add a minute or two of extra bake time.

    Baked Cookies

    Mocha Brownie Cookies

    Mocha Brownie Cookies

    by Brandon Matzek
    Adapted from here.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Servings 24 cookies

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
    • 1/3 cup unsweetened dark cocoa powder
    • 2 teaspoons good quality instant coffee
    • 1/2 teaspoon fine grain sea salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened*
    • 3/4 cup sugar
    • 1 egg
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 tablespoons sparkling white sprinkles

    Instructions
     

    • Add flour, cocoa powder, instant coffee, sea salt and baking powder to a medium bowl, whisking to combine. Add butter and sugar to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Cream at medium speed until fluffy (about 2 minutes). Mix in the egg and vanilla extract, scraping down the sides as needed. In 3 additions, mix in the dry ingredients just until combined. Don’t overmix here. Scrape cookie dough on to a lightly floured work surface, and gently roll into a log that’s 2-inches in diameter. Cover the entire surface of the dough with sprinkles, and roll back and forth several times to make them stick. Wrap dough tightly in plastic, and chill in the freezer for 1 hour.**
    • Preheat an oven to 350°F, and place an oven rack in the middle position. Slice log into 1/4- to 1/2-inch thick rounds, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving 1 inch of space between each cookie. Bake until the cookies are set around the edges and slightly puffed in the center (9 to 11 minutes). Let rest for 1 minute on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack to cool.

    Notes

    * To achieve the right texture here, the butter must be softened at room temperature for a few hours. If you forget to do this, cut a stick of butter into 8 even slices and place in the stand mixer bowl (or on a plate). The slices shouldn’t be touching each other. Set the bowl in a warm spot for 1 hour, and the butter should be soft enough to use for this recipe.
    ** For perfectly round slice and bake cookies, place wrapped log of dough in an empty paper towel roll that’s been cut open lengthwise. Tighten the roll around the dough, then secure with rubber bands or tape. Chill in the freezer according to the instructions above.
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    Comments

    1. Jenn @ Peas and Crayons says

      December 1, 2015 at 8:40 am

      Using the packets of Starbucks instant coffee is brilliant! I’m totally picking some up for my holiday baking. PS: save me a few cookies, will ya!?

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        December 8, 2015 at 11:41 am

        Thanks Jenn! Those packets are SO handy 🙂

        Reply
    2. Megan Keno says

      December 1, 2015 at 7:55 pm

      I love this idea, seems like the perfect “after lunch” cookie for a nice pick me dessert up since there is actually coffee in it!

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        December 8, 2015 at 1:24 pm

        I’m pretty tolerant to caffeine, so didn’t really notice an energy boost after eating these cookies. Definitely a mood-booster though. Coffee and chocolate make me smile 🙂

        Reply
    3. Sara @ Cake Over Steak says

      December 2, 2015 at 7:16 am

      Love these! Also that Starbucks instant coffee is seriously good.

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        December 8, 2015 at 1:24 pm

        Thanks Sara :)!

        Reply
    4. Heather [email protected] says

      December 2, 2015 at 2:17 pm

      Yum!! brownies are my number one favorite dessert, so a cookie brownie must be even better!

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        December 8, 2015 at 7:24 am

        You’ll definitely love these. Thanks Heather!

        Reply
    5. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      December 6, 2015 at 6:13 pm

      These look and sound terrific! So moist and flavorful.

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        December 8, 2015 at 1:25 pm

        Thanks Kimberly! Moist in the center, and crispy at the edges 🙂

        Reply
    6. Carol Borchardt says

      December 6, 2015 at 6:15 pm

      Brownies in a cookie! Genius!

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        December 8, 2015 at 1:26 pm

        Haha, thanks Carol!

        Reply
    7. Annie @ Annie's Noms says

      December 7, 2015 at 1:38 am

      You had me at Mocha! Then I saw brownies and cookies in the same sentence and fell in love! What a great recipe! 😀

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        December 8, 2015 at 1:27 pm

        Thanks Annie! I’m a big mocha fan too. Especially peppermint mocha. Hmmmm, perhaps I’ll add some peppermint extract into my next batch of these cookies?

        Reply
    8. Elio says

      December 7, 2015 at 3:02 am

      5 stars
      Hi Brandon, these are awesome! I will make these cookies for my kids this weekend! Thanks a lot for sharing this recipe 🙂

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        December 8, 2015 at 7:06 am

        Thanks Elio! Let me know how they enjoy them 🙂

        Reply
    9. Elizabeth says

      December 8, 2015 at 9:40 am

      These look divine Brandon! I’ve never thought to make a mocha cookie but now you’ve sold me!

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        December 8, 2015 at 11:34 am

        Thanks Elizabeth :)!! They are tasty.

        Reply
    10. cynthia says

      December 8, 2015 at 12:43 pm

      Yes to this entire platter, please and thank you!!!

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        December 8, 2015 at 1:27 pm

        Haha thanks Cynthia!!

        Reply

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