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Coffee Cake Cookies

Deliciously Soft Coffee Cake Cookies with Sweet Cinnamon Swirl

These Coffee Cake Cookies bring the classic flavors of coffee cake into a delightful, portable treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use whole wheat or gluten-free flour blend for dietary preferences.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Always use fresh for the best result.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh for effectiveness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher or sea salt is ideal for better flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Swap with allspice or ginger for new flavors.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Omit for a simpler taste.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can give a deeper flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened for easier creaming, or substitute with margarine for dairy-free options.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can replace with more granulated sugar if needed.
  • 1 large Egg Vital for texture, or use a flax egg for a vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla is preferred for the best-tasting cookies.
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Cinnamon Sugar Mixture Blend of sugar and cinnamon.
  • 1/2 cup Crumble Topping Combine flour, butter, brown sugar, and salt until crumbly.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, mixing on low until combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. In a small bowl, combine sugar and cinnamon for the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  7. For the crumble, mix flour, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt, then incorporate softened butter until crumbly.
  8. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
  9. Create an indent in each cookie ball and fill with cinnamon sugar mixture, topping with the crumble.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden but centers remain soft.
  11. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies can be made gluten-free by using a gluten-free flour blend and can include nuts or chocolate chips for added texture.

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