How to Make Brazilian Coffee Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

For those who love the rich and bold flavors of coffee, Brazilian Coffee Cookies are a delicious treat that perfectly combines the flavors of coffee and chocolate. These cookies are a popular dessert in Brazil and are often enjoyed with a cup of freshly brewed coffee. The combination of the deep, earthy flavor of coffee with the sweetness of chocolate makes these cookies a favorite among coffee lovers.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons instant coffee powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ⅓ cup shortening
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 48
  • Yield: 4 dozen

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Whisk flour, coffee powder, salt, baking soda, and baking powder together in a bowl.
  • Combine brown sugar, white sugar, shortening, egg, milk, and vanilla in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until fluffy. Gradually mix in flour mixture until thoroughly combined.
  • Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Use a fork to flatten balls to a thickness of 1/8 inch.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, switching racks halfway through, until lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and transfer to wire racks to cool.
  • Nutrition

    49 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 30mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 5mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 13mg