Cinnamon-Topped Coffee Cake Cookies Recipe
Delight in these Coffee Cake Cookies, a perfect blend of soft cookie texture with the classic cinnamon-sugar topping that mimics a traditional coffee cake. Ideal for cozy mornings or an afternoon snack, these cookies bring the comforting flavors of cinnamon and sugar with a buttery base for a treat everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cookies
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Cinnamon Sugar Topping
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Form the cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Roll the dough into 1-inch diameter balls and place them on the prepared sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Add cinnamon sugar topping: Mix the cinnamon and sugar together in a small bowl. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar generously over the tops of each cookie dough ball, gently pressing it down so it sticks.
- Bake the cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers look set but still soft. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies tender.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve with coffee or tea for a delightful treat.
Notes
- For extra richness, you can substitute half of the all-purpose flour with cake flour for a softer texture.
- Make sure the butter is softened but not melted to help create the right cookie consistency.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to keep them fresh.
- If you like a stronger cinnamon flavor, increase the cinnamon in the topping to 1 1/2 tablespoons.
- You can add chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts to the dough for added texture and flavor.
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