Description
Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies are soft, pillowy, and full of cozy cinnamon spice. Rolled in cinnamon sugar and enriched with cream cheese, these cookies have a melt-in-your-mouth texture and are perfect for holidays, dessert platters, or everyday baking. Simple ingredients, irresistible results!
Ingredients
For the Dough:
Unsalted butter, softened
Cream cheese, softened
Powdered sugar
1 egg
Baking powder
Vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
Kosher salt
All-purpose flour
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
Granulated sugar
Ground cinnamon
Instructions
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Make the Dough: In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in powdered sugar until combined. Add the egg, baking powder, vanilla, and salt; mix well. Stir in the flour until a soft, smooth dough forms.
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Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour to firm up.
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Preheat Oven: Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, mix together granulated sugar and cinnamon.
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Shape & Coat: Roll about 2 teaspoons of dough into balls. Roll each ball in cinnamon-sugar and place on prepared baking sheet.
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Bake: Bake cookies for 8–9 minutes, just until set. They should remain light in color and soft in texture.
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Cool: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
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Chocolate Chips: Fold in mini chocolate chips for a fun variation.
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Citrus Zest: Add lemon or orange zest for a fresh twist.
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Nuts: Add finely chopped pecans or walnuts for a nutty crunch.
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Alternate Coatings: Try rolling in powdered sugar or colored sanding sugar for a festive look.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus 1 hour chill time)
- Cook Time: 8–9 minutes per batch
- Category: Dessert, Cookies, Holiday Treat
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
