Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon coffee extract (for smoky coffee flavor)
- Optional: cocoa powder or ground coffee for added depth
- Candy cigarettes or chocolate cigars for decoration and authenticity
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Set aside.
- Beat softened butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Mix in vanilla and coffee extracts for smoky flavor.
- Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Optional: fold in cocoa powder for richer taste.
- Divide dough into small portions and roll each into a cigar shape, about 3-4 inches long. Optionally, mark “cigar bands” with a knife.
- Place on baking sheet, leaving space for expansion.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges turn golden brown.
- Cool cookies completely on a wire rack.
- Wrap each cooled cookie with a candy cigarette or chocolate cigar for authentic look. Dip in melted chocolate or add detailing as desired.
Notes
- For a more pronounced smoky flavor, add extra coffee or coffee extract.
- Use high-quality chocolate for dipping or decoration for richer taste.
- For gluten-free options, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free baking blend.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or refrigerate for 2-3 weeks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
