Description
These Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies are soft, tender, and coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture. The addition of cream cheese in the dough adds a luscious richness and melt-in-your-mouth texture, making them an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar while continuing to mix until fully incorporated. Next, add the egg, baking powder, vanilla extract, and kosher salt; mix well to combine. Finally, stir in the all-purpose flour until a soft, smooth dough forms without overmixing.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour to firm up. This chilling step helps the dough hold its shape during baking and enhances the texture of the cookies.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly to create the cinnamon-sugar coating.
- Shape & Coat: Scoop about 2 teaspoons of the dough and roll it between your palms into a smooth ball. Roll each ball generously in the prepared cinnamon sugar, coating completely. Place the coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 8 to 9 minutes, or just until they are set. The cookies should remain light in color and retain a soft texture rather than becoming browned or crisp.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes to firm up further. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Do not overbake the cookies to maintain their soft, delicate texture.
- Chilling the dough is essential for easy handling and better cookie shape.
- You can substitute vanilla bean paste with pure vanilla extract for similar flavor.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to keep freshness.
