Espresso Cocoa Icebox Cookies: slice-and-bake icebox cookies. Makes 36 cookies in about 1.4 hours.
Espresso Cocoa Icebox Cookies
Ingredients
Scales from a half to a double batch; bake the extra trays in rounds.
- ¾ cup (180.0 g)unsalted butter
- ⅔ cup (140.0 g)granulated sugar
- 1.0 (18.0 g)large egg yolk
- 2 ¼ cups (280.0 g)all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp (3.0 g)fine salt
- 1 ½ tbsp (7.0 g)instant espresso powder
- 3.0 tbsp (15.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
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Instructions
- Cream butter and sugar, blend in egg yolk and measured flavorings.
- Add flour, salt and dry mix-ins; stir only until dough becomes cohesive.
- Divide dough into two 5 cm-diameter logs, wrap tightly and chill at least 2 hours.
- Heat oven to 350°F (177°C). Slice logs into 6 mm coins and place 3 cm apart on parchment.
- Bake 11–14 minutes until rims are lightly browned; cool 5 minutes on trays then transfer.
- Freeze a well-wrapped unbaked log for planned holiday batches; slice while firm.
Tips
- Measure flour by weight; extra flour makes dense, dry cookies.
- Chilled dough and parchment promote even geometry and prevent sticking.
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Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make espresso cocoa icebox cookies?
Plan on 25 minutes of prep and 13 minutes of cooking, plus 45 minutes to chill. The recipe makes 36 cookies.
How should I store espresso cocoa icebox cookies?
Room temperature airtight for 4–6 days; freeze plain baked cookies for longer storage.
Can I make espresso cocoa icebox cookies ahead?
Yes. Room temperature airtight for 4–6 days; freeze plain baked cookies for longer storage.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 36 servings this recipe makes.
Whole recipe (36 servings): ~2952 cal · 155g fat · 367g carbs · 36g protein · 140g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
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