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Coffee Cake Cookies Recipe

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Coffee Cake Cookies are a delightful treat inspired by The Gilmore Girls, featuring soft and chewy cinnamon-infused brown sugar cookies topped with a buttery crumb mixture and a sweet vanilla glaze. These cookies combine the comforting flavors of classic coffee cake in an easy-to-eat cookie form, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.

  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 20 cookies

Ingredients

Cookie Dough

  • ¾ cup (165 grams) salted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (145 grams) light brown sugar, packed
  • ¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ¼ cups (312 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Crumb Topping

  • ½ cup (65 grams) all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup (75 grams) brown sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 5 Tablespoons (70 grams) butter, softened

Glaze

  • 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons (30 grams) butter, melted
  • 2-3 Tablespoons whole milk, more as needed

Instructions

  1. Prep: Preheat the oven to 365°F (185°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
  2. Beat: In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, cream together ¾ cup softened butter, ¾ cup brown sugar, and ¼ cup granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy. Add 1 large egg, 1 egg yolk, and 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon sea salt, and ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined into a soft dough.
  4. Scoop: Using a medium cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion dough into 2-inch balls and place them spaced on prepared baking sheets. Use the back of a tablespoon to press an indentation into the center of each dough ball. Chill the baking sheets in the refrigerator while preparing the crumb topping.
  5. Prepare Crumb Topping: In a small bowl, combine ½ cup flour, ⅓ cup brown sugar, and 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon. Add 5 tablespoons softened butter and mix with a fork until the mixture becomes crumbly. Fill the indentation of each cookie dough ball with the crumb topping evenly.
  6. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8 minutes or until they are lightly golden around the edges.
  7. Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare Glaze: Whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons melted butter, and 2 to 3 tablespoons whole milk until smooth. Adjust the milk amount to achieve a drizzle consistency.
  9. Glaze: Drizzle the vanilla glaze over the cooled cookies evenly and let set before serving.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough before baking helps the cookies hold their shape and enhances flavor.
  • Use parchment paper or silicone mats on baking sheets to prevent sticking and aid cleanup.
  • Add an extra pinch of cinnamon in the dough if you prefer a stronger spice flavor.
  • The glaze consistency can be adjusted by adding more milk for a thinner drizzle or more powdered sugar for a thicker glaze.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days for best freshness.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/coffee-cake-cookies-recipe/