Classic Latte Cookies with Vanilla and Espresso Glaze

These cookies combine rich espresso flavor and a touch of vanilla, finished off with a delightful glaze that enhances their coffee essence. Perfect for coffee lovers!

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

• 200 g all-purpose flour
• 125 g unsalted butter, softened
• 100 g brown sugar
• 75 g granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 50 g espresso powder (or finely ground coffee beans)
• 100 g chopped dark chocolate (optional, for added richness)

For the Espresso Glaze:

• 100 g powdered sugar
• 30 ml brewed espresso (cooled)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Prepare Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2. Mix the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

3. Incorporate Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.

4. Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder.

5. Blend Dry and Wet: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, blending until just combined. If you’re using chopped dark chocolate, fold it in gently.

6. Scoop the Dough: Using a tablespoon or a cookie scoop, drop dollops of dough onto the prepared baking tray, spacing them a few centimeters apart to allow for spreading.

7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers will look slightly underbaked, which is perfect.

8. Cool: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, cooled espresso, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.

10. Glaze the Cookies: Once the cookies have cooled, drizzle the espresso glaze over the top of each cookie using a fork or piping bag.