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Coffee Cake Cookies

Coffee Cake Cookies
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Warm, tender Coffee Cake Cookies bursting with cinnamon and crumb topping, blending the comforting flavors of classic coffee cake with the convenience of a cookie. Perfect for cozy mornings, snacking, and sharing, these cookies feature a soft, moist crumb and a sweet buttery crumb topping for a nostalgic indulgence.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Crumb Topping

  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

Optional Add-ins

  • ½ cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
  • ½ cup raisins or dried cranberries
  • ½ cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon to ensure even distribution of leavening agents and spices for uniform rising and consistent flavor.
  2. Make the crumb topping: Mix cold butter pieces with brown sugar and a sprinkle of cinnamon until crumbly. This mixture will be used both as a topping and swirled inside the cookie dough to deliver the signature coffee cake crunch.
  3. Cream the butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This traps air to create a softer cookie texture and balances sweetness with buttery richness.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined, adding moisture and aromatic sweetness to bring all the flavors together.
  5. Incorporate sour cream and dry ingredients: Alternately add the flour mixture and sour cream to the creamed butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour. Stir gently to maintain tenderness without over-mixing, which can toughen the cookies.
  6. Assemble the cookies with crumb topping: Spread half the cookie dough in your baking dish, sprinkle half the crumb topping over it, then layer the remaining dough and crumb topping on top. This layering creates a pleasing texture and a visual crumb swirl in each cookie.
  7. Bake and cool: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 25 to 30 minutes or until golden and set. Let cool slightly before serving to allow flavors to develop and the crumb topping to set perfectly.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter and even baking.
  • Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender rather than tough.
  • Keep the crumb topping cold to maintain its crisp and crumbly texture.
  • Adjust cinnamon quantity according to your taste preference.
  • Remove cookies from oven when edges are golden, as they continue to cook slightly after baking.
  • For dairy-free version, use plant-based butter and dairy-free yogurt or coconut cream.
  • Gluten-free flour blend can replace all-purpose flour for gluten sensitivity.
  • Optional mix-ins like nuts, raisins, or chocolate chips add extra texture and flavor.

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