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Coffee Cake Cookies Recipe

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Coffee Cake Cookies combine the delicious flavors of a classic coffee cake with the convenience and fun of a cookie. Featuring a cinnamon streusel filling and a sweet vanilla icing drizzle, these cookies are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack with your favorite coffee or tea.

Ingredients

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Streusel Filling

  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 5 Tbsp unsalted butter, softened

Cookie Dough

  • 1 1/4 cup all purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 3/4 cup cake flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 8 Tbsp unsalted butter, cold and 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

Icing

  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 Tbsp heavy cream or milk
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare Streusel Filling: In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup all purpose flour, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Work in the 5 tablespoons softened unsalted butter with your fingers until small clumps form. Refrigerate the streusel filling while you prepare the dough.
  2. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients for Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour, 3/4 cup cake flour, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  4. Cream Butter and Sugars: Place the 8 tablespoons cubed cold unsalted butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Cream on medium speed until smooth and fluffy, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  5. Add Wet Ingredients: Add 1 large egg, 1 large egg yolk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the creamed mixture. Blend until fully combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed.
  6. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, about 1/4 cup at a time. Mix on low speed until just incorporated to form the cookie dough.
  7. Form Cookie Balls: Scoop and roll the dough into approximately 8 large balls or smaller for about 22 to 24 cookies. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them adequately to allow spreading.
  8. Create Indents and Add Streusel: Using your thumb, the end of a spoon, or a wooden juicer dipped lightly in flour, make an indent in the center of each cookie dough ball. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the chilled streusel filling into each indent.
  9. Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8 to 11 minutes, or until the edges appear set and are lightly golden. Remove from oven just before they look fully done to avoid drying.
  10. Optional Shaping: Immediately after removing from the oven, place a circular cookie cutter or a drinking glass slightly larger than the cookie around each cookie and gently swirl to smooth out any uneven edges and help them maintain a perfect round shape.
  11. Cool Cookies: Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.
  12. Prepare Icing and Finish: Whisk together 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, 3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk, 1 cup sifted powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Once cookies are fully cooled, drizzle the icing over the tops for a sweet finishing touch.

Notes

  • Use cold butter for the cookie dough to create a tender crumb and flaky texture.
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute heavy cream with almond milk or oat milk and use a vegan butter alternative for icing.
  • Don’t overbake the cookies; they will continue to cook slightly as they cool on the baking sheet.
  • The optional shaping step helps give the cookies a professional look but can be skipped if desired.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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