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Bourbon Toffee Cookies

Bourbon Toffee Cookies: Indulge in Chewy Sweet Bliss

Indulge in Bourbon Toffee Cookies, balancing rich bourbon flavor with sweet toffee bits and crunchy pecans for a chewy, comforting treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides the perfect structure for chewy cookies; avoid substitutions unless gluten-free.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps the cookies rise for a light texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Enhances browning and texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Balances sweetness beautifully.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens and adds to the cookie's structure.
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Adds a lovely richness and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Contributes to a rich flavor and texture.
  • 1/2 cup Bourbon Infuses each cookie with a distinctive flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Binds the dough together and provides structure.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Elevates flavor complexity.
For the Mix-ins
  • 1 cup Toffee Chips Offers a sweet, crunchy element.
  • 1/2 cup Pecan Pieces Brings a delightful crunch and nutty flavor.

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and granulated sugar using a hand mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes.
  4. Add the melted unsalted butter, bourbon, large egg, and pure vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Blend until creamy.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  7. Once chilled, scoop 2 tablespoons of dough and place on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 1-2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 50IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chilling the dough is essential for achieving the perfect texture. Experiment with ingredients for different flavors.

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