Coffee Mascarpone Cookies (Printable Version)
Chewy cookies packed with espresso and creamy mascarpone, topped with a fine dust of cocoa powder.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Dry Mix
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1 tablespoon espresso powder
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240 grams all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Sugars & Butter
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115 grams unsalted butter, softened
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100 grams granulated sugar
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110 grams light brown sugar
→ Wet Stuff
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240 grams mascarpone cheese
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2 large eggs
→ Topping
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Cocoa powder to sprinkle on top
# Detailed Preparation Steps:
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Line two pans with parchment paper and heat oven to 175°C.
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Whisk the flour with salt in a bowl and slowly add it to the wet ingredients till just mixed.
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Carefully fold mascarpone into the dough until it's all blended.
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Use a big bowl to beat the softened butter with both sugars until fluffy and light.
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Mix in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Then add espresso powder and mix evenly.
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Drop spoonfuls onto the lined trays, keeping about 5 cm between. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers stay soft.
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Let the cookies cool for a bit, then dust them with cocoa powder before digging in.
# Helpful Tips:
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Want stronger coffee flavor? Try doubling the espresso powder to 2 tablespoons.
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Make sure butter and mascarpone are soft at room temp to help mixing go smooth.
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Keep cookies in a sealed container at room temperature to keep them soft.