Chewy Coffee Cookies

The perfect snack for a late night study session. These cookies provide the boost of energy to keep going, and taste delicious!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules, dissolved in 2 tablespoons hot water
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla.
3. Stir in dissolved coffee.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in chocolate chips.
5. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.