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Coffee Cake Cookies

Coffee Cake Cookies

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Coffee Cake Cookies are a delightful fusion of soft, chewy cookies and the beloved flavors of traditional coffee cake. Imagine biting into a warm cookie that showcases buttery goodness, aromatic cinnamon, and crunchy crumbs, all drizzled with a sweet vanilla glaze. These cookies are perfect for gatherings or as a cozy treat while enjoying your favorite beverage. Easy to prepare and utterly irresistible, they will bring smiles to everyone who tries them.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup + 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup white granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • ¼ cup + 1 tbsp light brown sugar (packed)
  • ¼ cup white granulated sugar
  • 1 large whole egg (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup + 2 tbsp cinnamon crumbs
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 12 tsp 2% milk (or milk of choice)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together 6 tbsp softened unsalted butter with ¼ cup granulated sugar and ¼ cup packed light brown sugar until fluffy.
  3. Mix in one large egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, ½ tsp baking soda, ¼ tsp salt, and 1½ tsp cinnamon; gradually add to the wet mixture until just mixed.
  5. Fold in the prepared cinnamon crumbs made from combining ½ cup + 2 tbsp flour, ½ cup packed brown sugar, and 2 tbsp melted butter.
  6. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets and sprinkle with additional crumbs.
  7. Bake for 10-11 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks.
  8. Combine powdered sugar with milk and drizzle over cooled cookies.

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