Description
Delight in these Cinnamon Coffee Crinkles, a perfect blend of rich cocoa, aromatic cinnamon, and a hint of espresso. These soft, fudgy cookies are rolled in powdered sugar for a beautiful crinkled finish, making them an irresistible treat for coffee and chocolate lovers alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 2 tsp espresso powder or instant coffee granules
For Rolling
- Powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, and baking powder until evenly combined.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a separate large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and packed brown sugar until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and smooth.
- Add egg and espresso: Incorporate the room temperature egg and espresso powder or instant coffee granules into the creamed mixture, beating until fully combined and the batter is smooth.
- Combine dry and wet mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender cookie texture.
- Form and coat dough balls: Scoop dough portions and roll each ball generously in powdered sugar to create the signature crinkled look after baking.
- Bake the cookies: Arrange the powdered sugar-coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes, until the cookies develop crinkled tops but remain soft in the center.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely, preventing breakage and ensuring the perfect texture.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature butter and egg.
- Rolling the dough thoroughly in powdered sugar is key to achieving the classic crinkle effect.
- Do not overmix the dough to keep the cookies tender and soft.
- Espresso powder enhances the chocolate flavor but can be omitted for a milder taste.
