I’m trying to think of a word to describe these cookies, and all I can actually come up with is wowzers.
These cookies are definitely amazing. And definitely one of my favourite cookies ever. I can’t think of the last time a cookie has had such a lasting effect on me. It’s the type of cookie that would make you count down the hours until you get to go home to your cookie jar again. It’s got such a long name though, doesn’t it? I think maybe next time, we could just call it 4-C Cookies.
Anyways, let’s break down the components:
Coconut. I can’t think of a lot of people who do not like coconut, especially in this country since you can practically buy it off the streets here in the city. I do love fresh coconut, but I have always loved pastries that featured its shredded and slightly sweetened counterpart coconut. It’s the crunch that the shreds bring, I think, that makes it so enjoyable.
Coffee. I am a coffee fiend. I cannot go through a day without having at least one cup of coffee. It bothers me a lot when I don’t. Ironically, this is probably the first recipe I made that has this much coffee in it. I have to find myself more coffee recipes!
Chocolate. Maybe I can live without eating chocolate everyday compared to my addiction to coffee, but why would I if I don’t have to!
These cookies include a perfect trifecta of add-in ingredients. Although I have to admit, the shredded coconuts are on the losing end in terms of flavor here. They play a smaller role in that aspect, but they are a bit more for textural effect, I think. One of the things I really love about this cookie was how it would fool you at first to thinking this is a crisp type of cookie, what with its wonderfully crunchy shell. But every bite reveals its soft, chewy centre, and personally I can’t get enough of this kind of cookie.
I’m not certain if the dough could make for a stand alone chocolate chip cookie though. It’s a smooth dough to begin with, and might be too soft with only chocolate chip cookies to fold into it. The shredded coconut helped largely in the coming together of this otherwise overly mushy dough. The cookie base (minus all the add-ins) tasted deliciously caramel-y, and it wasn’t too sweet!
The first thing that I taste when I take a bite is the coffee and caramel flavours of the cookie, followed by the chocolate. The coffee is a magical addition to these cookies, providing not only extra depth in flavour, but also a dreamy smell– from the moment the ground coffee is mixed into the fray, right down to when they are popped in the oven and baked. As a huge coffee-lover, I can only describe it as heaven.
I am so fitting these cookies into my baking schedule again.
Coffee Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 packed cup brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons ground coffee or espresso powder
- 1 cup chocolate chips, mini chocolate chips, or chocolate chunks
- 3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- 1. Set two racks in the middle part of the oven. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray or line with parchment paper; set aside.
- 2. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until well combined.
- 3. Add the eggs one at a time, then the vanilla. Mix well until combined.
- 4. In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, salt, and the ground coffee or espresso until combined. Slowly add to the butter mixture and mix until just combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- 5. Stir in the chocolate chips and coconut, just until combined.
- 6. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown, rotating the pans up and down, front to back halfway through the baking time. The cookies will still be slightly soft, but they are ready once slightly browned at the bottom. Cool to room temperature before stacking.
Notes
I myself wasn’t expecting to love these cookies to the point that my heart sank every time they disappeared from the jar. But it did.
And the cookies disappeared so fast. 🙁
16 Comments
trialsinfood
you had me at coffee and chocolate. yum!
Clarisse Shaina
Oh yes! Coffee and chocolate are awesome on their own but also work magically well as a combo! 😀
I hope you make these cookies. I’ve been asking everyone I know to try them!
the Jilb
These sound great! I still haven’t baked with coconut, but have been wanting to even though my hubby dislikes it. These sound the perfect thing to start with! 🙂
Clarisse Shaina
This is actually my first time to bake with coconut too, but I’ve had a couple of yummy pastries with them through the years. I firmly believe that your husband will love these! If you want, you can lessen the coconut and add the same amount of chocolate chips maybe, but really with all the other flavours in this cookie, he won’t even know the coconut is there. It’s soooo good! I promise!
If you decide to bake these, let me know how they turn out. And the verdict! 😉
the Jilb
You have me fully convinced that I need to make these. And I LOVE coffee in my cookies, so I can imagine how good these will be. 🙂
Clarisse Shaina
Yay!! I love these so much I just want everyone to discover it too. You know what I mean? 😀
Pandoras box
Hi. This recipe looks perfect. Can I use instant coffee in this? If yes, I’ll it be the same measurement? Thank you
Clarisse Shaina
Hi there! Yes you may use the same amount of instant coffee. I’ve done it before and it tastes just as good. 🙂
Greenapple
Hi can I omit the coconut because we don’t have it here only dessicated coconut, thank u
Clarisse Shaina
Yes you may omit. I had a friend who used dessicated coconut with no problems so you might want to try that too. If you get a chance though, I would really recommend having the coconut. 🙂
Christie Z
going to try to make these again but with only 2 cups of flour. 3 1/2 is a bit much.
Clarisse
Please do let me know how that turns out. 🙂
Christie Z
Thanks for sharing this great idea for cookies!! They look great already – flatter. The 3 1/2 had them puffier and drier so I am sure with 2 cups they will be fine. Thanks again!
Christie Zee
These are a favorite. Right now I am baking and I used Baileys Irish Cream Chocolate Chips instead of regular. There is also Espresso Chocolate Chips which are a nice change too! I used 1 cup of coconut instead of 3/4 c. But only 2 cups of flour instead of 3 1/2. They are flatter but awesome!! Thanks for this recipe!!!
Clarisse
I wish I could get my hands on those chocolate chips you just mentioned! Love these cookies too. I’m glad you enjoyed them. 🙂