Brazilian Coffee Cookies

This Brazilian cookie recipe makes gingersnap-like cookies with real coffee flavor.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 49 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon milk
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup white sugar
• ½ cup packed brown sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons instant coffee powder
• ⅓ cup shortening
• 1 large egg

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Remove from the oven and transfer to wire racks to cool.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 3

Whisk flour, coffee powder, salt, baking soda, and baking powder together in a bowl.

Step 4

Combine brown sugar, white sugar, shortening, egg, milk, and vanilla in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until fluffy. Gradually mix in flour mixture until thoroughly combined.

Step 5

Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Use a fork to flatten balls to a thickness of 1/8 inch.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven, switching racks halfway through, until lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes.