Espresso Choco Chunk Cookies Recipe

Indulge in a slice of heaven with these Espresso Choco Chunk Cookies! Featured on Martha Stewart's top 10 cookie episode (and arguably the best!), these cookies are rich, decadent, and intensely flavorful thanks to a secret espresso boost. Get ready for melt-in-your-mouth chocolate chunks and a perfectly chewy texture. Your family will be begging for more!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 383.4 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.0 (10 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Espresso Choco Chunk Cookies

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How to Make Espresso Choco Chunk Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon baking soda.
  3. In a small bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon hot water. Set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar and ¾ cup packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add 1 large egg and 1 large egg yolk; beat until well combined.
  6. Gradually pour in the espresso mixture and mix on low speed until just combined.
  7. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in small batches, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  8. Stir in 2 cups chocolate chunks.
  9. Using a 2-ounce ice cream scoop, drop rounded scoops of cookie dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them 3 inches apart.
  10. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. Serve warm with a glass of cold milk for the ultimate indulgence!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

141g

Fat

52g

Carbs

18g