Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies 🍪
When the craving for something sweet hits, there’s nothing quite like a batch of homemade cookies. These Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies bring together the richness of cream cheese and the warm spice of cinnamon for a melt-in-your-mouth treat that’s sure to become a household favorite. Whether you’re enjoying them with a cup of coffee or sharing them with loved ones, these cookies are a delight that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 🧈
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened 🧀
- 1 & 1/2 cups powdered sugar 🍚
- 1 egg 🥚
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 🧪
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or extract 🌿
- Pinch of kosher salt 🧂
- 1 & 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar 🥄
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 🌰
Instructions
1️⃣ Cream Butter & Cream Cheese:
In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to cream together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until fully combined. 🥄
2️⃣ Add Wet Ingredients:
Mix in the egg, baking powder, vanilla bean paste or extract, and a pinch of kosher salt. Continue mixing until everything is well combined. 🍥
3️⃣ Incorporate Flour:
Slowly add the all-purpose flour to the mixture, blending until the dough is smooth and all the flour is incorporated. Be sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Once combined, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for one hour to let it rest. ⏳
4️⃣ Preheat the Oven:
As the dough chills, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). 🔥
5️⃣ Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Set this aside; you’ll use it to coat the cookie dough balls. 🥄
6️⃣ Shape and Coat the Cookies:
Once the dough is chilled, roll it into 1-inch balls (about 2 teaspoons of dough per ball). Roll each ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture until well-coated. Arrange the balls on a parchment-lined cookie sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. 🍪
7️⃣ Bake to Perfection:
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-9 minutes. The cookies should be set but not golden brown; they will puff up during baking. Be careful not to overbake, as it’s difficult to tell when these cookies are ready. ⏳
8️⃣ Cool and Enjoy:
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. 🌬️
Quick Tips:
- For a crispier texture, let the cookies bake for an extra minute, keeping a close eye on them to prevent overbaking.
- Want an extra burst of flavor? Substitute the vanilla extract with almond extract for a slightly different, yet equally delicious, taste.
Time & Servings
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 9 minutes
- Total Time: 24 minutes
- Servings: 24 cookies
Final Thoughts
These Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies are the perfect balance of sweet, creamy, and spicy. They’re incredibly easy to make, and the results are nothing short of magical. Whether you’re baking them for a holiday gathering or simply because you’re in the mood for something sweet, these cookies will always hit the spot. Give them a try, and watch as they quickly disappear from the cookie jar!
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Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies 🍪
- Total Time: 24min
- Yield: 24 1x
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 🧈
4 ounces cream cheese, softened 🧀
1 & 1/2 cup powdered sugar 🍚
1 egg 🥚
1/2 teaspoon baking powder 🧪
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or extract 🌿
Pinch of kosher salt 🧂
1 & 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 🌾
1/4 cup granulated sugar 🥄
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 🌰
Instructions
1️⃣ In a large bowl, cream together the butter and cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth. Slowly add the powdered sugar until combined. 🥄
2️⃣ Add the egg, baking powder, vanilla, and salt. Mix to combine. 🍥
3️⃣ Add flour in slowly until fully incorporated, scraping the sides as needed. Place in the fridge for one hour to rest. ⏳
4️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). 🔥
5️⃣ In a small bowl, mix together the cinnamon and granulated sugar. Set aside. 🥄
6️⃣ Roll dough into 1-inch sized balls (about 2 teaspoons worth of dough). Roll until coated in the cinnamon sugar mixture. Place on a parchment-lined cookie sheet about 2 inches apart. 🍪
7️⃣ Bake for 8-9 minutes, until just set. Do not overbake; it is hard to tell when these cookies are ready. They will puff up but won’t get golden brown. ⏳
8️⃣ Let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes. Transfer cookies to a wire rack and let cool completely. 🌬️
- Prep Time: 15min
- Cook Time: 9min