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Brown Butter Coffee Toffee Cookies

Brown Butter Coffee Toffee Cookies

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Indulge in the delightful experience of baking with these Brown Butter Coffee Toffee Cookies. These cookies combine the rich, nutty flavor of brown butter with robust espresso, creating a treat that is both chewy and addictive. Sweet toffee bits add bursts of buttery sweetness in every bite, while a sprinkle of flaky sea salt enhances the overall flavor profile. Perfect for coffee lovers or anyone craving a delicious dessert, these cookies promise to elevate your baking game. Whether you’re sharing them at gatherings or enjoying them as a personal treat, these cookies offer a warm embrace of flavors that will leave you wanting more.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (113.5 g) unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon espresso powder
  • ¾ cup (165 g) brown sugar
  • ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ½ tablespoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup (175 g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (80 g) Heath toffee bits with chocolate
  • Flaked sea salt for topping

Instructions

  1. Brown the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma. Cool slightly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled brown butter with espresso powder, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
  4. Gradually add baking powder, baking soda, salt, and flour, mixing until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the Heath toffee bits.
  6. Chill the dough for at least 2 hours before baking.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough into balls and place on lined baking sheets; sprinkle with flaked sea salt.
  8. Bake for 11-13 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Allow to cool before serving.

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