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Brown Butter Coffee Toffee Cookies

These Brown Butter Coffee Toffee Cookies combine rich, nutty brown butter with crunchy toffee bits and a coffee kick, making them perfect for busy mornings or afternoon treats.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks, browned
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar Sweet and full of flavor.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar A little extra sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs The binding agents.
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract A dash of nostalgia.
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour The foundation of the cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda To help cookies rise.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances the flavors.
  • 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules For a lovely coffee kick.
Mix-ins
  • 1/2 cup toffee bits Adds delightful crunch.
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Makes everything better!

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Brown the Butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it turns a lovely amber color with a nutty aroma (approximately 5-7 minutes).
  2. Mix the Sugars: In a large bowl, whisk together the browned butter (cool slightly) with brown sugar and granulated sugar until creamy.
  3. Add the Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and coffee granules. Gradually add this mixture to the butter mixture.
  5. Incorporate the Treats: Fold in the toffee bits and chocolate chips.
  6. Chill the Dough: Optional step—chill the dough for at least 30 minutes for better flavor.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the baking sheet.
  3. Bake for about 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden.
  4. Allow cookies to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Serving
  1. Enjoy warm cookies with a cup of coffee or milk.

Notes

For crispy edges, bake until the edges are golden brown while keeping the center soft. Optionally, sprinkle sea salt on top before baking for a sweet-salty twist.