Coffee Cake Cookies
These coffee cake cookies combine the rich flavors of classic coffee cake with the convenience of cookies, delivering a fluffy, buttery treat perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Spoon and level for accurate measurement.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Should be at room temperature.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs At room temperature.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional) Choose your favorite nuts.
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar (for dusting) Optional for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream, mixing until just combined.
- If using, fold in the chopped nuts gently to avoid breaking them.
Baking
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked but will firm up as they cool.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.
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Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days or freeze for up to three months. For variation, add fruit, different spices, or chocolate for a personalized touch.