Description
These Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies are a delightful treat with a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture and a perfect balance of cinnamon flavor. They are easy to make and perfect for holiday gatherings or a sweet indulgence any time of the year.
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For Rolling:
- Additional ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy.
- Add Sugar and Eggs: Add the granulated sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until incorporated. Chill the dough for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll Dough: Mix ¼ cup sugar with 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Scoop dough, roll into balls, and coat in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Bake: Place dough balls on baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding nutmeg or using brown sugar for rolling.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
