Mocha Walnut Butter Cookies
These cookies are irresistibly soft and buttery, bursting with a bold chocolate coffee flavor. The walnuts add a wonderful crunch and texture that perfectly complements the richness of these cookies.
Servings: 42 cookies
Calories: 89kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter at room temperature
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon instant coffee
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup finely chopped walnuts
- ½ cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Cream the softened butter, sugar, and vanilla together until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, instant coffee, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the creamed butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the finely chopped walnuts, ensuring they’re evenly distributed.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least an hour or overnight. Chilling helps the dough firm up and prevents excessive spreading during baking.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls and place them on an ungreased baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the cookies are set. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- While still warm (but not hot), dust the cookies generously with powdered sugar.
Notes
Chill Thoroughly: Chilling the dough is non-negotiable. It helps the cookies maintain their shape and enhances the flavors.
Extra Mocha Flavor: Add an additional teaspoon of instant coffee for a bolder flavor.
How To Store The Dough: Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before using. You can also roll the dough into balls, freeze them on a baking sheet, and transfer them to an airtight container. Bake straight from frozen, adding 1–2 extra minutes to the bake time.
How To Store The Baked Cookies: Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week. You can also freeze the baked cookies. Place them in a single layer in a freezer-safe container—separate layers with parchment paper. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature for 20–30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 89kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 49mg | Potassium: 29mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 136IU | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.4mg
