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Coffee Butter Cookies with Chocolate and Pistachios Recipe

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Delight in the rich and aromatic Coffee Butter Cookies, perfectly balanced with the robust flavor of instant coffee, a hint of cinnamon, and a luscious chocolate coating topped with crunchy pistachios. These tender, buttery cookies combine classic ingredients with a gourmet twist, ideal for coffee lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon instant coffee (use robust coffee granules for stronger taste)
  • 2 tablespoons hot water (let cool slightly before mixing)
  • 1 stick unsalted butter (must be room temperature)
  • 1 large egg (beaten)
  • 1 cup melted dark chocolate (or white chocolate for a different flavor)

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup icing sugar (can substitute with powdered sugar)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (can use gluten-free blend if needed)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (no substitutions needed unless allergens are a concern)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (adjust according to taste)

Toppings

  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios (or walnuts/almonds for a nutty twist)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Coffee Mixture: Dissolve 1 tablespoon of instant coffee in 2 tablespoons of hot water and let the mixture cool slightly to avoid curdling the butter or egg in later steps.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, beat 1 stick of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of icing sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, forming the base of your cookie dough.
  3. Add Egg: Incorporate 1 large beaten egg into the creamed butter mixture, mixing thoroughly to combine all wet ingredients uniformly.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to evenly distribute the dry elements.
  5. Mix Coffee Into Butter: Gently fold the cooled coffee mixture into the creamed butter mixture, then gradually add the dry ingredients, folding together to form a smooth dough without overmixing.
  6. Pipe Dough: Transfer the cookie dough into a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe small, decorative shapes onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper, ensuring even spacing for baking.
  7. Freeze Cookies: Place the piped cookies in the freezer for 5-10 minutes to firm up, helping them retain their shape during baking.
  8. Preheat Oven and Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for approximately 8 minutes until edges are set but the cookies remain tender.
  9. Cool and Decorate: Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack. Once cool, dip each cookie into melted dark chocolate and sprinkle with chopped pistachios for a nutty crunch and elegant finish.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for better creaming and a lighter texture.
  • Adjust the amount of cinnamon to your taste preference for a more or less spiced cookie.
  • Freezing the piped dough helps maintain beautiful shapes during baking.
  • Switch up nuts or chocolate types to customize flavors.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and prevent the chocolate from melting.

Keywords: coffee cookies, butter cookies, chocolate dipped cookies, cinnamon cookies, pistachio cookies, holiday cookies, coffee flavored dessert

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