Description
These Best Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies combine the rich, tangy flavor of cream cheese with warm cinnamon spice for a soft, chewy treat. Perfectly balanced sweetness and a tender texture make these cookies ideal for dessert or an indulgent snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Rolling
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until evenly combined. Set aside for later use.
- Cream Butter and Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and cream cheese together using a mixer until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
- Add Sugar: Gradually add the granulated sugar to the butter and cream cheese mixture, continuing to beat until the mixture becomes fluffy and light in texture, approximately 3 minutes.
- Incorporate Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg followed by the vanilla extract until fully blended into the mixture.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overmixing. The dough will be soft and slightly sticky at this stage.
- Prepare Cinnamon-Sugar Coating: In a small bowl, combine the 1/4 cup granulated sugar with 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon to create the rolling mixture.
- Form Dough Balls: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll each into a ball. Then roll each ball thoroughly in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat evenly.
- Arrange on Baking Sheets: Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers for even baking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown but the centers remain soft and tender.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring the perfect texture is maintained.
Notes
- Ensure both butter and cream cheese are softened to room temperature for easier mixing and smoother dough.
- Do not overmix the dough once the dry ingredients are added to keep the cookies tender.
- Flattening the dough balls slightly before baking helps cookies bake evenly and maintain a soft center.
- You can store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- For a stronger cinnamon flavor, feel free to add an extra 1/2 teaspoon to the dough.
