If you’re a coffee lover, these Coffee Bean Cookies are a must-try! They’re rich, buttery, and infused with deep coffee notes, making them the perfect bite-sized treat to enjoy with your favourite cup of joe. Plus, their adorable coffee bean shape makes them almost too cute to eat—almost!
Why You’ll Love These Coffee Bean Cookies
- Full of Coffee Flavor – Made with real instant coffee for an intense coffee kick.
- Soft-chewy Texture – Buttery and light, thanks to the combination of flour and cornstarch.
- Easy to Make – No fancy equipment is needed, just a few simple ingredients.
- Perfect with Coffee or Tea – A delightful pairing for your morning or evening drink.
If you love coffee-infused desserts, you might also enjoy my Coffee Cream Buns—soft, fluffy buns filled with a luscious coffee-flavored custard—or this decadent No-Bake Coffee Cheesecake Cups that requires zero oven time but delivers all the rich coffee goodness.
Let’s dive into this easy and delicious recipe for homemade coffee bean cookies!
Ingredients You Need
Following is a preview list, for the detailed quantities, check the recipe card below:
- Instant coffee powder
- Hot water – You can also use dairy/ dairy-free milk for more flavour.
- Unsalted butter (softened)
- Powdered sugar
- Egg yolk
- All-purpose flour
- Cornstarch
- Cocoa powder – Adds colour and a slight bitterness. Use the Dutch-process cocoa powder for a more intense colour.
- Salt
How to Make Coffee Bean Cookies?
Following is a summary, for the detailed instructions find the recipe card below:
- Prepare Coffee Mixture – Dissolve instant coffee in hot water and set aside.
- Cream Butter & Sugar – Whisk butter and powdered sugar until creamy.
- Incorporate Wet Ingredients – Add the egg yolk and coffee mixture, mixing well.
- Add Dry Ingredients – Sift in flour, cornstarch, cocoa powder, and salt. Combine into a dough.
- Chill Dough – Wrap in cling film and refrigerate.
- Shape Cookies – Form small ovals, place on a baking tray, and make an indentation with a knife.
- Preheat & Freeze – Freeze cookies while the oven preheats.
- Bake the cookies.
- Cool – Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for Perfect Coffee Bean Cookies
- Chill the Dough Properly – This helps the cookies maintain their shape and prevents spreading.
- Do Not Overbake – The cookies will firm up as they cool. Overbaking makes them dry.
- Sift Dry Ingredients – Ensures an even, lump-free dough.
Storage Instructions
- At Room Temperature – Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- In the Refrigerator – Keep in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
- In the Freezer (Baked) – Freeze in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
- In the Freezer (Unbaked) – Shape the dough, freeze on a tray, then transfer to a bag and freeze for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes to the baking time.
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Coffee Bean Cookies
These Coffee Bean Cookies are rich, buttery, and infused with deep coffee flavor. With their adorable coffee bean shape, they’re the perfect bite-sized treat for any coffee lover! Easy to make and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, they pair perfectly with your favorite cup of coffee.
Ingredients
- 5 g instant coffee powder 1 tsp
- 15 g hot water 1 tbsp
- 100 g Butter (room temperature, unsalted) 7 tbsp
- 100 g powdered sugar ¾ cup
- 1 egg yolk room temperature
- 140 g all-purpose flour 1 cup + 2 tbsp
- 50 g cornstarch 1/3 cup
- 15 g cocoa powder 2 tbsp
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve instant coffee powder in hot water. Stir well and set aside to cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in egg yolk until fully combined, then pour in the coffee mixture and mix again.
- Sift in all-purpose flour, cornstarch, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
- Wrap the dough in cling film and refrigerate for 30-40 minutes.
- Roll the dough into small oval balls (7-9g each). Place them on a lined baking tray and use the blunt side of a knife to press down the centre, creating a coffee bean shape.
- Place the tray in the freezer while preheating the oven to 170°C (338°F), for about 10 minutes.
- Bake for 12 minutes.
- Let the cookies sit on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Notes
Tips:
- Chill the Dough Properly
- Do Not Overbake
- Sift Dry Ingredients