Brown Butter Espresso Chocolate Chip Heart Cookies

The Perfect Valentine’s Day Gift Pack

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to show your love than with a batch of homemade, heart-shaped cookies? These Brown Butter Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect treat to express your affection—a delightful mix of rich, nutty flavors and a touch of caffeine to sweeten up the special day.

Why You’ll Fall in Love with This Recipe?

These cookies aren’t your average chocolate chip cookies. Browning the butter adds a deep, caramelized nuttiness, while espresso powder intensifies the chocolate flavor, making each bite irresistible. The heart shape not only makes them festive but also gives them a handmade touch that shows you care. Whether you’re baking them for your partner, friends, or family, these cookies are sure to spread love and joy.

What You’ll Need:

• Unsalted butter: For that rich, nutty browned butter flavor.
• Granulated sugar and brown sugar: The perfect combination for sweetness and chewiness.
• Espresso powder: Adds a subtle coffee flavor that complements the chocolate.
• Chocolate chips or chunks: Use high-quality dark or semi-sweet chocolate for the best results.
• All-purpose flour: The base of your cookie dough.
• Baking soda: For a soft and chewy texture.
• One egg and one egg yolk: Essential for binding and richness.
• Vanilla extract: Adds depth of flavor.
• Heart-shaped cookie cutter: To make them extra festive.

The Magic of Brown Butter:

Browning butter is a game-changer in baking. It’s a simple process that elevates the flavor profile of your cookies. By cooking the butter until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma, you’ll add an irresistible depth of flavor to your dough. Just be sure to let it cool slightly before mixing it with the other ingredients.

Easy Steps to Sweet Success:

1. Brown the butter: Melt and brown your butter over medium heat, then let it cool.
2. Mix the dry ingredients: Combine flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
3. Blend the wet ingredients: Beat the cooled brown butter, sugars, espresso powder, one egg, and one egg yolk until creamy. Add vanilla extract.
4. Combine: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined, then fold in the chocolate chips.
5. Chill the dough: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor and prevent spreading.
6. Shape and bake: Roll out the dough, cut out heart shapes, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
7. Cool and enjoy: Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before sharing (or indulging yourself!).

The Perfect Valentine’s Day Gift Pack., these cookies in a pretty box or wrap them in cellophane with a ribbon for a thoughtful, edible gift. Pair them with a cup of coffee or hot cocoa for a cozy Valentine’s Day treat.

 Baking these Brown Butter Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies is more than just a recipe; it’s a way to share love and happiness in every bite. So, grab your apron, preheat your oven, and let’s spread some sweetness this Valentine’s Day!

To achieve this look you will need a cookie cutter set. For your convenience I linked the set I personally used. You can find it here! Also if you would like the pretty heart-shaped sprinkles pictured below, I have linked that for you here! *Disclaimer As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Ingredients:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter: High Quality Butter Preferred 
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons espresso powder
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour: see note
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 egg and 1 egg yolk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips or chunks: Use high-quality dark or semi-sweet chocolate for the best results.
• Heart-shaped cookie cutter: To make them extra festive.

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*Note: For a chewier cookie add 1 1/2 cup of AP Flour and 1 cup of Bread Flour!

​Instructions:

Instructions

1. Brown the butter: Melt and brown your butter over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it turns golden brown and smells nutty. Let it cool.
   
2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
   
3. Blend the wet ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the cooled brown butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and espresso powder until creamy. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
   
4. Combine: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips or chunks.
   
5. Chill the dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor and prevent spreading.
   
6. Shape and bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface, cut out heart shapes with a cookie cutter, and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
   
7. Cool and enjoy: Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before sharing or indulging yourself.