For a richer coffee flavor, use a dark roast espresso. If you don't have cacao nibs, you can substitute with chopped dark chocolate. Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Awaken your senses with these uniquely flavored cookies, infused with the rich aroma of Turkish coffee and the delightful crunch of cacao nibs. A sophisticated treat that pairs perfectly with your morning brew or a late-night indulgence.
Prepare the Coffee Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the brewed espresso and 1/4 cup of sugar. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer until the mixture reduces to a thick, glossy syrup (approximately 12-15 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool completely (about 30 minutes).
Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 3/4 cup of sugar until light and fluffy. This usually takes about 3-5 minutes with an electric mixer.
Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined. Then, mix in the baking powder and baking soda.
Incorporate Coffee Syrup: Gradually mix in the cooled espresso syrup until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Add Dry Ingredients: Slowly add the flour, mixing until just blended. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in Cacao Nibs: Gently fold in the cacao nibs until they are evenly dispersed throughout the dough.
Scoop and Bake: Scoop 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. You should be able to fit about 12 cookies per sheet.
Bake: Bake one baking sheet at a time in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set. Repeat with the second baking sheet.
Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
For a richer coffee flavor, use a dark roast espresso. If you don't have cacao nibs, you can substitute with chopped dark chocolate. Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Haleigh Walter
Jun 10, 2025I made these for a coffee-themed party and they were a huge hit!
Austen Rath
May 31, 2025These cookies are amazing! The coffee flavor is so intense and the cacao nibs add a perfect crunch.
Ramona Bins
May 29, 2025The recipe was easy to follow and the cookies turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.