Coffee Cake Cookies
Coffee Cake Cookies: The Lovechild of Two Desserts!
Okay, so have you ever wanted to eat dessert for breakfast, like, every day? Because same. 😅 I mean, coffee cake is basically a gateway drug for morning treats, and then you throw in cookies? It’s like a sweet, sweet dream come true.
Okay, Let’s Talk Ingredients
So, picture this: you’re in the grocery store, and you’ve got your list, right? But then you see the baking aisle and it’s like, “Oh my gosh, I need ALL the things!” 😂 But for this cookie magic, you’re gonna need:
– 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (easy-peasy)
– 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed (make it cozy!)
– 2 tsp. cinnamon (because cinnamon is life)
– pinch of salt (don’t skip it!)
– 5 Tbsp. softened unsalted butter (seriously, let it get nice and soft)
– 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (again, but it’s essential)
– 3/4 cup cake flour (the secret to soft cookies)
– 1 tsp. cornstarch (just trust me on this)
– 1 tsp. cinnamon (yes, more cinnamon!)
– 1/2 tsp each of baking soda and powder (double trouble)
– 8 Tbsp. cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes (cold butter is key for flakiness)
– 1/2 cup packed brown sugar (sweet, sweet goodness)
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar (balance, my friend)
– 1 tsp. vanilla extract (no fake stuff, please)
– 1 large egg & 1 egg yolk (extra richness, oh yeah)
– 2 Tbsp. melted unsalted butter (because why not?)
– 3 Tbsp. heavy cream or milk (you do you)
– 1 cup powdered sugar (for the drizzle)
– 1 tsp. vanilla (again, for the drizzle)
– pinch of salt (just a pinch!)
So Here’s Why I Make This Constantly
Alright, story time! So, I was trying to impress my friends for brunch, you know? I decided to whip up a classic coffee cake, but halfway through, I was like—wait, why not just make it into cookies? I mean, who doesn’t love cookies? So, I went rogue, combined recipes, and these little nuggets of joy were born! The first time I made them, my friends devoured them in about 10 minutes flat. Like, I blinked and they were all gone. 😳 It was a total win, and now they keep asking for them every weekend like it’s a requirement or something.
The One Trick That Changes Everything
Here’s the deal: the streusel filling is EVERYTHING. Seriously, don’t skimp on the butter when you’re mixing it. I just use my fingers to work it in, and it should look like sandy little clumps (if it’s too dry, add a tiny bit of butter). Also, make sure you refrigerate it! That cold butter makes a difference when it bakes—like, trust me!
Don’t Mess This Up (My Top Tips)
1. Check the Oven Early: So, bake them for 8-11 minutes, but start checking at 8. You don’t want them to overbake, or you’ll have sad, dry cookies. 😭
2. Use a Circular Cutter: When they come out of the oven, if they’re a bit wonky, use a circular cookie cutter to shape them while they’re still warm. Magic happens!✨
3. Let Them Cool: Seriously, don’t skip that cooling part. They need to chill before icing, or you’ll just have a melty mess.
How to Keep Them From Disappearing (Or, How to Store Them)
Okay, so if you manage to have leftovers (which is a miracle), just pop ‘em in an airtight container. They’ll stay fresh for a few days, but let’s be honest—you’ll probably eat them all in one sitting with your morning coffee. 😂
If You Liked This, You’ll Probably Like These Too
If you’re vibing with these cookies, you might also love:
– Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies (because brown butter is life)
– Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes (fancy but easy!)
– Banana Bread Cookies (they’re basically a hug in cookie form)
So, what’s your favorite cookie combo? Do you ever go wild and mix desserts like I do? 🍪💕
Coffee Cake Cookies
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Coffee Cake Cookies, where a soft cinnamon sugar cookie meets a rich buttery streusel filling, all topped with a sweet powdered sugar drizzle. Perfectly paired with your morning coffee, these cookies are a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their dessert game.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 8 large cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch salt
- 5 Tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 3/4 cup cake flour, spooned and leveled
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 8 Tbsp cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 3 Tbsp heavy cream or milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
Instructions
- Prepare the streusel filling by mixing together flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl. Work in softened butter until clumps form. Refrigerate.
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cake flour, cornstarch, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Cream together cubed butter and sugars in a stand mixer until smooth. Add egg, egg yolk, and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until incorporated.
- Roll cookie dough into about eight large balls (or smaller for more cookies) and place on prepared sheets.
- Indent each ball with your thumb; fill each with about one tablespoon of streusel.
- Bake for 8 to 11 minutes or until golden at the edges; let cool slightly before transferring to a rack.
- For icing, whisk together powdered sugar, melted butter, heavy cream or milk, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt; drizzle over cooled cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 555
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 76g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
