Description
These Chocolate-Cinnamon Sugar Cookies combine the rich flavor of cocoa with warm cinnamon spice and a sweet cinnamon-sugar coating. Soft and tender on the inside with a lightly crisp edge, these cookies offer a delightful twist on classic chocolate cookies, perfect for a cozy treat or holiday baking.
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt (optional)
Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This aeration is key for tender cookies.
- Add wet ingredients: Incorporate the eggs and vanilla extract into the creamed mixture, mixing thoroughly to create a smooth batter.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt if using, ensuring these dry ingredients are evenly combined.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain cookie tenderness.
- Prepare cinnamon-sugar coating: In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon that will be used to coat the dough balls for extra sweetness and spice.
- Shape and coat cookies: Roll the dough into 1 to 1 ½ inch balls. Coat each ball thoroughly in the cinnamon-sugar mixture and place them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes. The edges should be set while the centers remain soft for a perfect chewy texture.
- Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps maintain their shape and texture.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming and better texture.
- Do not overmix the dough once dry ingredients are added, as this can result in tougher cookies.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For a stronger cinnamon flavor, increase the cinnamon in the coating slightly.
- If using salted butter, you may omit the optional salt in the dry ingredients.
