In the bowl of a stand mixer beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add eggs one at time, mixing well until combined. Scrapping sides as needed. Add coffee extract.
Add pudding mix and cocoa powder and mix until combined.
Sift flour and baking soda into mixture. Mix until combined on low speed. Fold in chocolate chips.°
Wrap dough with plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Pre-heat oven to 160°C Fan/180°C/350°F. Line 2 baking tray with parchment paper.
Remove dough from fridge and allow to soften for 10 minutes. Scoop 3 tablespoons of dough and roll into balls and place on parchment paper leaving 2 inches between cookies. Flatten slightly.
Bake for 10 - 12 minutes. Centre of cookies may look slightly under cooked. Remove from oven and cool on baking sheet for about 10 minutes , then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Serve immediately or store in air tight container for up to 1 week. Wrap cookies well and freeze, they can be frozen for up to 6 months.