Step 1

Set oven to 350F (177C). Whisk together the flour, salt and baking powder in a medium bowl then set aside.

Step 2

Mix the cocoa powder into the melted butter then add the hot coffee and beat in the egg. add both sugars and mix until well combined.

Step 3

Add the flour mixture then miix until almost combined then fold in the chocolate chips.

Step 4

Portion out roughly two tablespoon-sized portions of the cookie dough and give them a quick roll with the palms of your clean hands then place two inches apart on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.

Step 5

Bake at 350F for about 8 minutes or until the edges are set and the tops have a slightly crackled appearance.