Description
Hot Cocoa Cookies with Mocha Glaze are the perfect winter indulgence, blending rich chocolate and coffee flavors into a soft, chewy cookie. Topped with a luscious mocha glaze, these delightful treats are ideal for cozy gatherings or as a sweet pick-me-up. Enjoy the inviting aroma that fills your kitchen and creates lasting memories with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp espresso powder (or instant coffee)
- 2 tbsp milk (or dairy-free alternative)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls onto prepared baking sheets, spacing two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft; they will firm up while cooling.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, espresso powder, and milk until smooth.
- Drizzle glaze over cooled cookies and let set before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg