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Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies Recipe

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Delightfully soft and tender Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies with a rich creamy texture and a sweet cinnamon-sugar coating. These cookies marry the tang of cream cheese with buttery sweetness, rolled in a fragrant cinnamon-sugar mixture for a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for a cozy dessert or an indulgent snack, these cookies are easy to make and sure to please any crowd.

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch kosher salt
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Cream the butter and cream cheese: In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
  2. Add powdered sugar: Slowly add the powdered sugar to the mixture and continue beating until fully combined and creamy.
  3. Incorporate egg and leavening: Add in the egg, baking powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of kosher salt. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
  4. Stir in flour: Gradually add the all-purpose flour a little at a time, mixing until fully incorporated into a soft dough. Chill this dough in the refrigerator for one hour to firm up.
  5. Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) to warm up while the dough chills.
  6. Prepare the baking sheet: Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and set it aside.
  7. Make the cinnamon-sugar mixture: In a small bowl, combine one tablespoon of ground cinnamon with 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Mix well and set aside for rolling.
  8. Shape and coat the cookies: Scoop about two tablespoons of the chilled dough and roll into balls. Roll each ball evenly in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, coating all sides. Arrange the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
  9. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8 to 9 minutes, or until the cookies are just set and lightly golden at the edges. Be careful not to overbake to keep them soft.
  10. Cool on baking sheet: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes. This lets them firm up slightly before handling.
  11. Transfer to wire rack: Carefully move the cookies to a wire rack and let them cool completely before serving to ensure the perfect texture.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter and cream cheese are at room temperature for easier blending and a smoother dough.
  • Chilling the dough helps prevent spreading and creates a better cookie texture.
  • Do not overbake; cookies should be soft when removed since they continue to set while cooling.
  • For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg or substitute half the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier twist.
  • Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

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