Description
These Cinnamon Cookies are a delightful fall-inspired treat, boasting a perfect balance of warm cinnamon and nutty walnuts. Soft on the inside with slightly golden edges, they are coated in a cinnamon-sugar mixture that adds a sweet, crunchy finish—ideal for dessert or a cozy snack.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup butter + 3 tbsp, slightly softened but still cool
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 3½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
Topping
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking trays with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Butter and Sugar: Using a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the slightly softened, cool butter together with the brown sugar until well combined and creamy. Then, mix in the egg until fully incorporated.
- Add Dry Ingredients and Nuts: Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour, finely chopped walnuts, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and baking powder. Stir until the dough just comes together and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
- Roll Out Dough: Remove the dough from the mixer and transfer it to a lightly floured surface. Roll the dough evenly to about ¼ inch thickness to ensure uniform baking.
- Cut Cookies: Use cookie cutters or a knife to cut out your desired shapes. Place the cut cookies onto the prepared baking trays, spacing them evenly to allow for slight spreading during baking.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cookie edges become lightly golden, signaling they are perfectly baked.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Coating: While the cookies bake, combine the granulated sugar with one tablespoon of cinnamon in a bowl, mixing thoroughly to create the topping.
- Coat Warm Cookies: Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and immediately dredge them in the cinnamon sugar mixture while they are still warm to ensure the sugar coating sticks well and adds a crunchy texture.
- Cool Completely: Transfer the coated cookies to a wire rack and let them cool completely before serving. This step allows the cookies to set and maintain their texture.
Notes
- For crispier cookies, roll dough thinner or bake for the full 20 minutes.
- Walnuts can be substituted with pecans or omitted for a nut-free version.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to a week.
- Using cooled butter helps achieve a better dough consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
