Cinnamon Sugar Cookies Recipe
Sweet Temptations
Cinnamon Sugar Cookies
American
There’s just something magical about the classic combo of cinnamon and sugar, and these Cinnamon Sugar Cookies totally deliver on cozy vibes! Soft, buttery, and coated in a sparkly layer of cinnamon-sugar, every bite is like a warm hug for your taste buds. Whether you’re baking for a holiday, a special treat, or just because, these cookies are super easy to whip up and impossible to resist. Pair them with a glass of milk or your favorite cup of coffee, and you’ve got instant comfort in cookie form. Get ready for your kitchen to smell amazing—and for these cookies to disappear fast!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 each large egg
- 1 ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon (or to taste)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- 1Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- 3Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- 4Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- 5Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, brown sugar and ground cinnamon.
- 6Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter, use ice scooper if you prefer) and then roll each ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
- 7Bake: Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
- 8Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 9Enjoy: Serve the cookies warm or store them in an airtight container for later.
Notes
- Keep an Eye on the Oven: The cookies bake quickly—just 10–12 minutes! Pull them out when the edges are lightly golden and the centers look soft for the perfect chewy texture.
- Don’t Overmix: Only mix the dough until everything’s combined. Overmixing can make the cookies dense instead of soft.
- Use Softened Butter: Your butter should be soft (not melted) for the best cookie texture. If you’re in a hurry, cut it into pieces to soften faster.
- Generous Cinnamon-Sugar Coating: Roll each dough ball well in the cinnamon-sugar mix for that signature sweet crunch.
- Space ‘Em Out: These cookies spread, so leave about 2 inches between each dough ball on your baking sheet.
- Let Them Cool: Give the cookies a few minutes to cool on the baking sheet before moving them. This helps them set and stay together.
- Store for Freshness: Pop any extras in an airtight container to keep them soft and flavorful.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1/12 of recipe
Allergen Information
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