Cinnamon Cookies
🕒 Cook Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
Description: These cinnamon cookies are a delightful treat, perfect for any occasion, but especially cherished during the festive season. They are quick to make and even quicker to disappear! I always whip up a batch when it’s time to decorate the Christmas tree, and they are eagerly awaited by all. Paired with a steaming mug of hot cocoa, they make the perfect festive indulgence.
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Toddler Friendly, Kid Friendly, < 30 Mins, For Large Groups, Oven, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 49.3
- Fat Content: 2.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 9mg
- Sodium Content: 38.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 7.3g
- Fiber Content: 0.1g
- Sugar Content: 4.2g
- Protein Content: 0.6g
Servings: 48 cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
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In a mixer bowl, cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, stirring until a smooth dough forms.
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Cover the dough and refrigerate it for at least 2 hours, or until firm enough to roll into balls.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Shape the chilled dough into small balls, approximately 3/4-inch in diameter.
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Roll the dough balls in a mixture of cinnamon and sugar to coat them evenly.
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Place the coated cookies 1 inch apart on lightly greased cookie sheets.
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Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
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Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheets before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
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Enjoy these irresistible cinnamon cookies with your loved ones, and watch them disappear in no time!
These cookies are not only delicious but also incredibly versatile. You can customize them by adding nuts, chocolate chips, or even a drizzle of icing for extra indulgence. Whether you’re baking for a crowd or just treating yourself, these cinnamon cookies are sure to be a hit!
