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The Best Cinnamon Cookie Recipe You’ll Ever Try!

A delicious and easy-to-make cinnamon cookie recipe that is perfect for any occasion.

  • 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 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. In a small bowl, mix together the 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon.
  7. Roll the dough into balls and then roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  8. Place the rolled balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For chewier cookies, do not overbake.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
  • These cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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