Description
Delightful cinnamon cream cheese cookies blend warm spices with creamy richness. Crisp edges and tender centers make these treats irresistible to cookie enthusiasts who savor homemade sweetness.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
Fat and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Spices and Seasoning:
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for even baking and easy cookie removal.
- Using an electric mixer, blend butter, cream cheese, and sugar until the mixture becomes airy and pale, creating a smooth base for the cookies.
- Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly to ensure a uniform consistency throughout the dough.
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt, whisking to distribute the dry ingredients evenly.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined to prevent overmixing and maintain a tender texture.
- Create a separate coating mixture by combining granulated sugar and additional ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Form the dough into tablespoon-sized spheres, then generously roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to create a flavorful exterior.
- Arrange the coated cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, watching for lightly golden edges as an indicator of doneness.
- Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set their structure, then transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling and crisp texture.
Notes
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling to prevent spreading and create a more compact cookie texture.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour or a gluten-free baking blend.
- Add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the dough for extra crunch and depth of flavor.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 133
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 64 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 18 mg