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Almond Mocha Crescent Cookies

Full of rich chocolate and espresso, these cookies are the perfect pairing for coffee or a cup of cocoa!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 17 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes

ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp espresso powder
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup confectioner’s sugar

instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Line two baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa and espresso powder. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugars. Once combined, add vanilla extract, almond extract and egg. Beat until combined. Add flour mixture and beat again until combined.
  • Shape 1 to 1 1/2 Tbsp of dough into 3-inch logs. Make a crescent shape with the dough and add to lined baking sheet. Repeat with the rest of the dough.
  • Bake for 15 to 17 minutes. Cool on the pan for 3 minutes before coating with confectioner’s sugar while the cookies are still warm.
Category: Cookies