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A plate of Cappuccino Cookies with ornaments on the plate.

Cappuccino Swirl Cookies

Amazing Cappuccino Swirl Cookies have just a hint of coffee flavor paired with a rich, chocolate center thanks to adding a Hershey's Hug after baking.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 2 dozen cookies
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

  • 1 c. butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 1 Tablespoon Bailey's Irish Cream
  • 2 1/4 c. flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Decorating:

  • 1 Tablespoon espresso powder
  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 24 Hershey's Hugs

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large bowl cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
  • Add in the egg, vanilla, and Bailey's and mix well.
  • In a medium bowl combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Add the flour to the butter mixture mix until just combined.
  • Place the espresso powder and sugar in a small bowl and mix together.
  • Roll the dough into 1 inch balls. Roll each ball into the espresso mixture and place on a cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes. The cookies should be set.
  • Remove from oven and press an unwrapped Hershey's Hug into the center of each cookie. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Use a toothpick and slowly swirl the Hug around to make a pretty pattern. Don't over swirl.
  • Let sit 5 more minutes then carefully move the cookies to a baking rack to cool completely.