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Coffee Sugar Cookies

Print recipeCoffee Sugar Cookies on plate with soft center

These Coffee Sugar Cookies elevate your cookie game with a delightful twist that's sure to spark your taste buds. Imagine the perfect harmony of a classic sugar cookie embracing the rich, soothing flavor of coffee.

Prep time
15 minutes
Cook time
10 minutes
Total time
25 minutes
Yield
34 cookies

Ingredients

▢4 ½ cups (576 g) all-purpose flour ▢1 teaspoon baking soda ▢1 teaspoon cream of tartar ▢1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, room temperature ▢1 cup (224 g) vegetable oil ▢1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar ▢1 cup (125 g) confectioners’ sugar ▢2 large eggs, room temperature ▢2 teaspoons vanilla extract ▢¼ cup finely ground coffee beans Coffee Glaze (Optional) ▢1 cup (125 g) confectioners’ sugar ▢2 tablespoons freshly brewed coffee

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar in a bowl.
  3. Step 3: Cream butter, oil, granulated sugar, and confectioners’ sugar until fluffy.
  4. Step 4: Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and ground coffee.
  5. Step 5: Gradually add flour mixture in three additions, mixing until combined.
  6. Step 6: Scoop dough and place on sheets, spacing 1 inch apart.
  7. Step 7: Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges turn golden.
  8. Step 8: For glaze, whisk powdered sugar with coffee and drizzle over cooled cookies.

Notes

These Coffee Sugar Cookies are perfect for gifting or serving with coffee. Store in airtight containers for up to 5 days or freeze for 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories
213
Fat
10g
Saturated fat
5g
Sugar
18g
Sodium
95mg
Protein
2g
Carbohydrates
26g
Fiber
1g