Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, coffee granules, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
- Cream together the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs and vanilla to the mixture and continue mixing until fully combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low until just combined.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers remain soft, then let cool.
- Prepare espresso syrup by combining equal parts espresso and sugar in a saucepan; heat until dissolved and cool.
- Blend mascarpone cheese until smooth; add a splash of vanilla extract for extra flavor.
- Assemble by spreading frosting on one cookie, drizzle with espresso syrup, and top with another cookie.
- Dust tops with cocoa powder for an elegant finish.
- Allow to sit for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
For best results, slightly underbake cookies and allow them to cool completely before frosting.