When I first sampled this unique cookie, I decided it was the best cookie I’d ever tried. The coffee flavor and chocolate icing make it a delightful treat.
—LEITZEL MALZAHN FOX POINT, WI
PREP: 20 MIN. + CHILLING • BAKE: 20 MIN./BATCH • MAKES: 5 DOZEN
1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
CHOCOLATE GLAZE
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 ounce unsweetened chocolate
1 cup confectioners’ sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1. In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla. Combine coffee and flour; stir into the creamed mixture and mix well. Chill, then shape into 3/4-in. balls and place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 18-20 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, for glaze, melt butter and chocolate together. Add melted mixture to sugar along with milk; beat until smooth. Frost cookies while still warm.