Description
These cinnamon cream cheese cookies are a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and spice. Featuring a creamy cream cheese center and a crispy cinnamon-sugar coating, they offer the ultimate balance of texture and flavor. With a soft, chewy middle and a slight crunch from the edges, these cookies are ideal for any occasion, offering comfort and indulgence with every bite.
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
- Add granulated sugar and continue beating until fluffy and light, about 3 minutes.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. The dough will be soft and slightly sticky.
- In a small bowl, combine the 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon for rolling.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Place dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart. Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden, and the centers remain soft.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For added texture, consider adding chopped pecans, walnuts, or mini chocolate chips to the dough.
If you prefer a richer treat, try frosting the cookies with cream cheese frosting or drizzle them with white chocolate.
Spice lovers can add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom to the cinnamon-sugar coating for a cozy variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Cookies, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: 180 kcal
