Description
Soft and tender Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies that combine the richness of cream cheese with a delightful cinnamon-sugar coating. Perfect for a cozy dessert or holiday treat, these cookies stay moist and flavorful for days.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For Rolling
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Cream Butter, Cream Cheese, and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, cream cheese, and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and well combined, providing the base for tender cookies.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract thoroughly until fully incorporated to add flavor and help bind the dough.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution of rising agents and seasoning.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently just until a soft dough forms, taking care not to overmix for tender results.
- Chill Dough: Cover the dough and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm up, making it easier to handle and helping cookies maintain shape while baking.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup granulated sugar with 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon to create the rolling mixture that adds flavor and a sweet-spiced crust.
- Shape and Coat Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of chilled dough and roll each into a ball. Then roll each ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Arrange and Bake: Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets spaced about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops show slight cracking, indicating doneness.
- Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes to firm up slightly, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, preserving their soft texture.
Notes
- These cookies remain soft and tender for several days thanks to the cream cheese in the dough.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- For longer storage, freeze the baked cookies and thaw before serving.
