{"id":54809,"date":"2025-12-13T05:55:24","date_gmt":"2025-12-13T05:55:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/?p=54809"},"modified":"2025-12-13T05:58:10","modified_gmt":"2025-12-13T05:58:10","slug":"coffee-butter-cookies-dreamy-christmas-desserts-idea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/coffee-butter-cookies-dreamy-christmas-desserts-idea\/","title":{"rendered":"Melt-in-Your-Mouth Coffee Butter Cookies \u2014 Dreamy Christmas Desserts Idea"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Christmas Desserts<\/strong> \u2014 Why Coffee Butter Cookies Belong on Your Holiday Tray<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love <strong>Christmas Desserts<\/strong>, these Coffee Butter Cookies will grab your attention and refuse to let go. They pair buttery shortbread vibes with a real coffee hit, and they behave like the best kind of holiday treat: fancy enough for guests, easy enough for weeknight baking, and utterly addictive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Short, punchy intro: imagine a cookie with crisp edges, a tender center, and a warm coffee aroma that drifts through the house. That\u2019s this cookie. Ready? Let\u2019s dive in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brief introduction to the recipe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This recipe sprang from a pantry moment \u2014 you know the one, when you open a jar and a lightbulb goes off. Instant coffee + butter + sugar = magic. These cookies pipe into pretty rosettes, they chill for stability, and they bake into delicate, coffee-scented biscuits. Dip \u2018em in chocolate, top with nuts, or eat straight off the tray. Either way: instant win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why you&#8217;ll love these Coffee Butter Cookies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Decadent flavor without drama.<\/strong> They taste like a coffee-shop crumb but don\u2019t require barista skills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Quick to make.<\/strong> Most of the work is mixing \u2014 piping is optional and fun.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Perfect for gifting.<\/strong> They stack and look boutique in a tin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Texture goals.<\/strong> Crisp at the edges, soft in the middle \u2014 total melt-in-your-mouth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Customizable.<\/strong> Want nuts, white chocolate, or an orange zing? Go for it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you a coffee person? Great. Not a coffee person? Also great \u2014 the coffee adds depth, not bitterness. FYI: use a good instant coffee for best results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The little story behind the cookie<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I found the idea while rummaging through the pantry one rainy afternoon. That jar of instant coffee stared back and I thought, why not? I wanted something buttery that still tasted grown-up. The first batch filled the room with toasty coffee notes and vanished within an hour. Family verdict: \u201cMake these for <em>Cookie Time<\/em>.\u201d And so a new holiday staple was born.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients breakdown \u2014 what each part does<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a quick breakdown so the recipe makes sense (and you can tweak confidently).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Instant coffee:<\/strong> Dissolve in hot water to make a concentrated coffee base. It gives aroma and warmth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Icing (powdered) sugar:<\/strong> Provides sweetness and the pillow-soft texture in the cookie base.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unsalted butter (room temp):<\/strong> The soul of the cookie \u2014 gives tenderness and richness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Egg:<\/strong> Binds the dough and adds moisture. Use large eggs at room temp for smooth mixing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>All-purpose flour:<\/strong> Gives structure without making the cookie cakey.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cornstarch:<\/strong> Softens the cookie \u2014 it makes that delicate melt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ground cinnamon:<\/strong> A small warm note that plays nicely with coffee. Optional but recommended.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dark chocolate &amp; pistachios (decoration):<\/strong> Luxury finish \u2014 chocolate adds depth; pistachios add crunch and color.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> If you want an extra deep coffee flavor, use robust instant coffee or espresso powder. But don\u2019t overdo it \u2014 you want <em>coffee notes<\/em>, not a mocha bomb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Melt-in-Your-Mouth-Coffee-Butter-Cookies-\u2014-Dreamy-Christmas-Desserts-Idea-2.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of coffee butter cookies piped into rosettes, drizzled with dark chocolate and topped with chopped pistachios on a festive plate, Christmas Desserts.\" class=\"wp-image-54812\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Melt-in-Your-Mouth-Coffee-Butter-Cookies-\u2014-Dreamy-Christmas-Desserts-Idea-2.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Melt-in-Your-Mouth-Coffee-Butter-Cookies-\u2014-Dreamy-Christmas-Desserts-Idea-2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Melt-in-Your-Mouth-Coffee-Butter-Cookies-\u2014-Dreamy-Christmas-Desserts-Idea-2-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Melt-in-Your-Mouth-Coffee-Butter-Cookies-\u2014-Dreamy-Christmas-Desserts-Idea-2-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tools you\u2019ll need<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hand mixer or stand mixer (makes life easier)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mixing bowls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rubber spatula<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Piping bag with star tip (optional \u2014 but pretty)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Baking sheet and parchment paper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small saucepan or microwave for melting chocolate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to make it \u2014 step-by-step (How to Make It)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these steps and you\u2019ll have bakery-style cookies at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1 \u2014 Make the coffee concentrate.<\/strong><br>Dissolve 1 tablespoon instant coffee in 2 tablespoons hot water. Let it cool completely. This step makes sure the coffee infuses without adding unwanted liquid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2 \u2014 Cream the butter and sugar.<\/strong><br>Beat 1 stick (\u00bd cup) softened unsalted butter with 1 cup icing sugar until light and airy, about 2 minutes. The fluffier it gets, the lighter the texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3 \u2014 Add the egg and coffee.<\/strong><br>Mix in one large beaten egg and the cooled coffee concentrate. Scrape the bowl to keep everything even.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4 \u2014 Mix dry ingredients.<\/strong><br>In a bowl, whisk 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Gradually add this to the wet mix until it just comes together. Don\u2019t overmix; that keeps the cookies tender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 5 \u2014 Pipe (or scoop) the dough.<\/strong><br>Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe rosettes or simple swirls onto a lined tray. Prefer drop cookies? Use a cookie scoop. If you pipe, chill the tray for 5\u201310 minutes in the freezer to help the shapes hold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 6 \u2014 Bake.<\/strong><br>Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C). Bake for roughly 8 minutes \u2014 edges should be lightly golden. The centers will stay soft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 7 \u2014 Decorate.<\/strong><br>Melt dark chocolate and dip the bottoms of cookies or drizzle over tops. Sprinkle chopped pistachios before the chocolate sets. Optional white <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/raspberry-swirl-cookies-christmas-cookies\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1219\">chocolate drizzle<\/a>? Yes please.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 8 \u2014 Cool and store.<\/strong><br>Let chocolate set fully. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pro tips for perfect results<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Use room-temperature butter.<\/strong> It creams better and traps air for a lighter cookie.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freeze piped dough briefly.<\/strong> <strong>Freezing for 5\u201310 minutes prevents spreading<\/strong> and preserves pretty shapes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t overbake.<\/strong> Aim for pale cookies with slightly golden edges \u2014 they finish cooking as they cool.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Measure flour properly.<\/strong> Spoon into the cup and level, or weigh for accuracy. Too much flour = dry cookies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Let the coffee cool.<\/strong> Hot liquid can melt butter and mess up your texture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>One more: if your dough feels too soft for piping, pop it in the fridge for 15\u201320 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variations to try<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This cookie is a canvas. Here are quick riffs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Chocolate-dipped:<\/strong> Dip in melted dark chocolate and sprinkle toasted nuts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spiced:<\/strong> Add a pinch of cardamom or nutmeg for an exotic twist.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Orange coffee:<\/strong> Add 1 tsp orange zest to the dough for a bright lift.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>White-chocolate &amp; cranberry:<\/strong> Drizzle white chocolate and scatter dried cranberries for color and tang.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vegan:<\/strong> Use vegan butter and a flax egg; swap dairy chocolate for vegan chocolate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Want something bold? Fold in mini chocolate chips into the dough. That creates a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/pistachio-wedding-cookies-elegant-italian-cookies-for-your-big-day\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1220\">Cookie Desserts<\/a><\/strong> vibe that pairs great with coffee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Melt-in-Your-Mouth-Coffee-Butter-Cookies-\u2014-Dreamy-Christmas-Desserts-Idea-1.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of coffee butter cookies piped into rosettes, drizzled with dark chocolate and topped with chopped pistachios on a festive plate, Christmas Desserts.\" class=\"wp-image-54813\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Melt-in-Your-Mouth-Coffee-Butter-Cookies-\u2014-Dreamy-Christmas-Desserts-Idea-1.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Melt-in-Your-Mouth-Coffee-Butter-Cookies-\u2014-Dreamy-Christmas-Desserts-Idea-1-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Melt-in-Your-Mouth-Coffee-Butter-Cookies-\u2014-Dreamy-Christmas-Desserts-Idea-1-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Melt-in-Your-Mouth-Coffee-Butter-Cookies-\u2014-Dreamy-Christmas-Desserts-Idea-1-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best ways to serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pair with a bold espresso for coffee lovers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serve with hot chocolate for kids and non-coffee drinkers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arrange on a holiday platter with shortbread, ginger snaps, and sugar cookies for a stunning <strong>Xmas Cookies<\/strong> lineup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Package in clear bags with ribbon for gifts \u2014 they look pro and taste like it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storage, freezing &amp; reheating<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Room temp:<\/strong> Airtight container up to 1 week.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fridge:<\/strong> Up to 2 weeks (texture may firm slightly).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freezer:<\/strong> Layer with parchment, freeze for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen or thaw at room temp.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>To revive:<\/strong> Warm briefly at 300\u00b0F (150\u00b0C) for a few minutes to refresh that buttery softness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Make-ahead tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pipe the cookies onto a tray and freeze for up to 24 hours. When you\u2019re ready to bake, pop them straight into the oven from frozen \u2014 add 1 minute to the bake time if needed. This trick is a lifesaver for holiday prep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pairings \u2014 what to serve alongside<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Rich hot chocolate<\/strong> balances the coffee flavor and doubles the cozy factor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Light vanilla ice cream<\/strong> makes an indulgent dessert when you crumble a cookie over a scoop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spiced chai<\/strong> brings a complementary spice profile to the coffee notes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fresh berries<\/strong> add a refreshing counterpoint to the rich cookies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Troubleshooting \u2014 common problems &amp; fixes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cookie spread too much?<\/strong> Chill piped dough longer and use a colder baking sheet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cookies are dry?<\/strong> You probably overbaked or added too much flour \u2014 ease up and check your measuring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dough too soft to pipe?<\/strong> Chill 15\u201320 minutes or freeze for 5\u201310 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coffee flavor too weak?<\/strong> Use a stronger instant coffee or an extra half tablespoon of granules dissolved in the same water.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pro-level finishing moves<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For a professional touch, toast chopped nuts briefly to bring out oils and fragrance before sprinkling. Or, dust with a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt after chocolate sets \u2014 it amplifies the flavors in the best way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Creative uses beyond cookies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Turn leftovers into cookie crumbs for parfaits, layer into ice cream sandwiches, or pulse in a food processor with butter to make a coffee-flavored tart crust. These cookies are versatile \u2014 don\u2019t let crumbs go to waste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variations for dietary needs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Gluten-free:<\/strong> Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. Watch the texture; you might need a tablespoon more liquid.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dairy-free:<\/strong> Use vegan butter and dairy-free chocolate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nut-free:<\/strong> Skip pistachios and use crushed pretzel or toasted oat topping for crunch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs \u2014 fast answers<\/h3>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765604610157\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I use brewed espresso instead of instant coffee?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes \u2014 but use less liquid. Dissolve a tablespoon of espresso powder in a very small amount of water for a concentrated flavor.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765604637264\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Are these suitable for kids?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The cookies themselves are fine for kids; if you dip in dark chocolate, consider using milk chocolate for little ones.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765604644764\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I skip piping and just drop the dough?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Absolutely. Use a cookie scoop for uniform rounds.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1765604652126\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How long do they last in a tin?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Up to a week at room temp if sealed well.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why these belong on your holiday baking list<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These cookies check all the boxes for <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/ultimate-gingerbread-cake-with-molasses-frosting\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1222\">Holiday Baking<\/a><\/strong> and <strong>Christmas Baking<\/strong>: they look elegant, they ship well, and they strike that lovely balance of rich and restrained. They bring a grown-up edge to a holiday cookie platter \u2014 great next to sugar cookies, shortbread, and spiced treats. Friends and family will notice the coffee note immediately, and then they\u2019ll keep coming back for another one. You\u2019ll get praise. Maybe a thank-you note. Definitely requests for the recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oh \u2014 and yes, they make a killer contribution to <strong>Cookie Time<\/strong> at any party.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts \u2014 go bake something brilliant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want a cookie that\u2019s cozy, a little sophisticated, and totally gift-worthy, these Coffee Butter Cookies deliver. They\u2019re perfect for holiday cookie swaps, for tucking into tins for neighbors, or for an indulgent treat with your morning espresso. They count as <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/maple-bourbon-cheesecake-creamy-no-bake-maple-bourbon-dessert\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1221\">Sweets Desserts<\/a><\/strong> that feel special without being fussy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, are you ready to make something delicious? Get that jar of instant coffee out and give these a go. IMO, they\u2019ll slide right into your rotation of <strong>Yummy Cookies<\/strong> and might just become a new holiday classic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Happy baking, and if you try a twist (hello, orange zest!), tell me how it turns out \u2014 I\u2019m always curious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow me on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/jennermoo\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/jennermoo\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pinterest <\/a><\/strong>for daily new recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Melt-in-Your-Mouth-Coffee-Butter-Cookies-\u2014-Dreamy-Christmas-Desserts-Idea-2-1.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of coffee butter cookies piped into rosettes, drizzled with dark chocolate and topped with chopped pistachios on a festive plate, Christmas 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207.9l193.5 199.8c12.5 12.9 32.8 12.9 45.3 0l193.5-199.8c56.3-58.1 53-154.3-9.8-207.9z\"><\/path><\/symbol><\/defs><\/svg>\n<header class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-header\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-image\">\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Melt-in-Your-Mouth-Coffee-Butter-Cookies-\u2014-Dreamy-Christmas-Desserts-Idea-150x150.webp\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Close-up of coffee butter cookies piped into rosettes, drizzled with dark chocolate and topped with chopped pistachios on a festive plate, Christmas Desserts.\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" \/>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-header-content clearfix\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"tasty-recipes-title\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h2-color.color h2-transform.text-transform\">Melt-in-Your-Mouth Coffee Butter Cookies \u2014 Dreamy Christmas Desserts Idea<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div 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data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAuthor:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-author-name\">Jennifer<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"prep-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrep Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-prep-time\">20 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"cook-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" 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data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-category\">Dessert<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-button-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<a class=\"button tasty-recipes-print-button tasty-recipes-no-print\" href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/coffee-butter-cookies-dreamy-christmas-desserts-idea\/print\/54810\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"\">\n\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"svg-print\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-print\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\tPrint Recipe<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/header>\n\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-content\">\n\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-description\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Description<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-description-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<p>Buttery cookies infused with real coffee, piped into pretty shapes, then finished with chocolate and crunchy nuts. Light, tender centers meet crisp edges \u2014 exactly the kind of cookie that vanishes from the platter.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-clipboard-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-units-scale-container\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-label\">Scale<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button tasty-recipes-scale-button-active\" data-amount=\"1\" type=\"button\">1x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"2\" type=\"button\">2x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"3\" type=\"button\">3x<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Coffee base<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a6ed\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a6ed\" aria-label=\"1 tablespoon instant coffee (use a bold variety for more punch)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a6ed\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"tablespoon\">1 tablespoon<\/span> instant coffee (use a bold variety for more punch)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a6fe\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a6fe\" aria-label=\"2 tablespoons hot water, cooled slightly\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a6fe\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"2\" data-unit=\"tablespoon\">2 tablespoons<\/span> hot water, cooled slightly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cookie dough<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a70f\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a70f\" aria-label=\"1 cup (about 115 g) icing (confectioners\u2019) sugar\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a70f\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"cup\">1 cup<\/span> (about <span data-amount=\"115\" data-unit=\"g\">115 g<\/span>) icing (confectioners\u2019) sugar<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a71d\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a71d\" aria-label=\"1 stick (\u00bd cup \/ 113 g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a71d\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span> stick (\u00bd cup \/ 113 g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a72a\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a72a\" aria-label=\"1 large egg, beaten\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a72a\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span> large egg, beaten<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a739\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a739\" aria-label=\"2 cups all-purpose flour (substitute a 1:1 gluten-free blend if needed)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a739\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"2\" data-unit=\"cup\">2 cups<\/span> all-purpose flour (substitute a 1:<span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span> gluten-free blend if needed)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a745\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a745\" aria-label=\"1 tablespoon cornstarch\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a745\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"tablespoon\">1 tablespoon<\/span> cornstarch<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a753\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a753\" aria-label=\"1 teaspoon ground cinnamon\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a753\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">1 teaspoon<\/span> ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a75d\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a75d\" aria-label=\"Pinch of salt (optional, to taste)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a75d\"><\/label><\/span>Pinch of salt (optional, to taste)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Decoration<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a76a\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a76a\" aria-label=\"1 cup melted dark or white chocolate, for dipping\/drizzling\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a76a\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"cup\">1 cup<\/span> melted dark or white chocolate, for dipping\/drizzling<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a778\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a778\" aria-label=\"\u00bc cup chopped pistachios (or walnuts\/almonds), for sprinkling\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f9482a778\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.25\" data-unit=\"cup\">\u00bc cup<\/span> chopped pistachios (or walnuts\/almonds), for sprinkling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--INSIDE_INGREDIENTS--><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Instructions<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ol>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-1\">Make the coffee extract. Stir the instant coffee into the hot water until dissolved. Set it aside to cool completely so it won\u2019t melt the butter when added.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-2\">Cream butter and sugar. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with the icing sugar until the mixture becomes pale and airy \u2014 about 1\u20132 minutes.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-3\">Add the egg. Pour in the beaten egg and mix until the batter is smooth and homogeneous.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-4\">Combine dry ingredients. Whisk the flour, cornstarch, cinnamon (and salt, if using) in a separate bowl so everything is evenly distributed.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-5\">Bring the dough together. Fold the cooled coffee into the creamed butter, then gently incorporate the dry ingredients until the dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-6\">Pipe the shapes. Fit a piping bag with a star tip and fill it with dough. Pipe rosettes or swirls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-7\">Chill briefly. Freeze the piped cookies for 5\u201310 minutes; this helps them keep their shape in the oven.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-8\">Bake. Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C). Bake the cookies about 8 minutes, until the edges show only a hint of color.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-9\">Finish. Let the cookies cool completely. Dip the bottoms in melted chocolate or drizzle chocolate over the tops, then scatter chopped nuts while the chocolate is still tacky. Let the chocolate set before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Notes<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li>Swap dark chocolate for white if you prefer a sweeter finish.<\/li>\n<li>For a nut-free option, skip the pistachios or use toasted sesame seeds for crunch.<\/li>\n<li>If the dough feels too soft to pipe, chill it for 10\u201315 minutes before filling the bag.<\/li>\n<li>Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or freeze in layers separated by parchment for up to three months.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-nutrition\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Nutrition<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Serving Size:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-serving-size\">1cookie<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Calories:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-calories\">150kcal<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Sugar:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-sugar\">8g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Sodium:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-sodium\">50mg<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Fat:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-fat\">7g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Carbohydrates:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-carbohydrates\">20g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Protein:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-protein\">2g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Cholesterol:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-cholesterol\">30mg<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t<footer class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-footer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-footer-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"svg-instagram\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-instagram\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-footer-copy\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-heading-color.color h3-transform.text-transform footer-heading.innerText\">Did you make this recipe?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-description-color.color footer-description.innerHTML\"><p>Share a photo and tag us \u2014 we can&#8217;t wait to see what you&#8217;ve made!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/footer>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-base-3-color\">Christmas Desserts, Cookie Time, Xmas Cookies, Sweets Desserts, Biscuit Recipe, Cookie Desserts, Yummy Cookies, Holiday Baking, Christmas Baking<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Christmas Desserts \u2014 Why Coffee Butter Cookies Belong on Your Holiday Tray If you love Christmas Desserts, these Coffee Butter Cookies will grab your attention and refuse to let go. 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