Coffee Cake Cookies
Coffee Cake Cookies are a delightful fusion of coffee cake and cookies, providing a moist and rich flavor in a handheld treat that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cookies Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs At room temperature.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour For gluten-free, substitute with gluten-free flour blend.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup sour cream Can be substituted with plain yogurt or buttermilk.
- ½ cup chopped nuts Optional, use variety of choice.
- ½ cup powdered sugar For dusting before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the sour cream, starting and ending with the flour mixture.
- If using, fold in the chopped nuts.
Baking
- Drop tablespoons of dough onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Serving
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
To keep your cookies fresh, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze up to three months. Chill the dough if too sticky before baking.