Friday, February 17, 2012

Life has gone crazy! Time for Espresso Hazelnut Cookies!


It has been 2 months since the last post, I didn't forget you all, I promise!  I took a new job to opening a store and it has literally turn my life upside down & into a 24/7 job in the past couple month.  However, I promise, in the near future, there will be more to come! 

I don't normally eat sweets, but here is my all time favorite!  Honestly, I can not stop eating these cookies whenever I made it.  I modify it from Martha Stewart's recipe so I can't claim the glory to myself!  The portioned cookie can be freezes & store in a airtight container for up to 1 month, thaw before using.



Espresso Hazelnut Cookies


2 C AP
1 t baking soda
1 t salt
16 T (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 C sugar
1/2 C packed light-brown sugar
2 large eggs
3 - 4 tablespoons instant espresso powder
2 cups hazelnuts, toasted, chopped (sliced almond works as well)
 
 
  1. Combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  2. With an electric mixer, beat butter and sugars until light and fluffy.  Add egg, one at a time. 
  3. Add espresso powder.  Love espresso/coffee, use 4 T instead.
  4. With a rubber spatula or wooden spoon, mix in hazelnuts.
  5. Bake at 375 F, until golden, about 12 minutes.  Cool completely. Store in an airtight container up to 3 days.