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Coffee Drop Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the nostalgic warmth of these Coffee Drop Cookies! This treasured recipe, straight from a family cookbook, was my first solo kitchen adventure. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are perfectly complemented by a glass of cold milk or a steaming cup of coffee or cocoa. Easy to make and even easier to love, they're the perfect treat for any occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 92.1 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Coffee Drop Cookies

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How to Make Coffee Drop Cookies

  1. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened shortening and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add 2 large eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  3. Mix until thoroughly combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (or your favorite spices).
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with ½ cup strong brewed coffee, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Stir in 1 cup raisins, ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans recommended), and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or your favorite flavoring).
  7. Mix until thoroughly combined.
  8. Add additional flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, if necessary, to achieve a drop cookie consistency. The dough should be slightly soft but not sticky.
  9. Drop rounded teaspoons of dough onto a well-greased or parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
  10. Bake in a preheated moderate oven (350°F or 175°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

4g

Carbs

4g

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