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Soft Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake Cookies

A stack of three soft coffee cake cookies topped with cinnamon streusel and a white glaze drizzle.
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You get the comforting flavor of classic coffee cake in a soft, handheld cookie form. These bakery-style cookies feature a cinnamon swirl dough, a buttery streusel topping, and a simple powdered sugar drizzle.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • For the Cinnamon Swirl: 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • For the Streusel Topping: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • For the Glaze (Optional): 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1-2 teaspoons milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Streusel: In a small bowl, combine the streusel flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Place the bowl in the refrigerator while you prepare the dough.
  2. Make the Cookie Dough: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. In a separate small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon for the swirl.
  5. Add half of the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix on low speed until just combined. Add the milk and mix briefly. Add the remaining dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
  6. Assemble the Cookies: Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between them.
  7. Create the Swirl: Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top of each dough ball. Gently press the swirl mixture into the dough slightly.
  8. Top with Streusel: Sprinkle a generous amount of the chilled streusel topping over each cookie.
  9. Bake: Bake for 10 to 13 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set. The streusel should look toasted.
  10. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Glaze (Optional): Whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can add 1/4 cup of finely chopped pecans or walnuts to the streusel topping mixture.
  • These cookies are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain their soft texture.
  • If you want a true ‘Gilmore Girls Inspired Baking’ treat, serve these warm with a strong cup of black coffee.

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