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Coffee Cake Cookies: Discover Your New Favorite Treat!

Deliciously soft and crumbly cookies that combine the flavors of coffee cake with the convenience of a cookie.

  • Author: Dija
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the sour cream, until just combined.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top of each cookie.
  8. If using, sprinkle chopped nuts on top of the cookies.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
  • These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Feel free to add chocolate chips for an extra treat!

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