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Delicious classic coffee cake cookies with a crumbly topping and cinnamon flavor

Classic Coffee Cake Cookies

A delightful twist on traditional coffee cake, these cookies have a crispy exterior and a soft, chewy center, perfect for pairing with coffee or tea.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
Topping Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk them together and set aside.
  3. Beat softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and beat until incorporated.
Mixing
  1. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with sour cream. Mix until just combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and optional nuts. Fold half of this mixture into the cookie batter.
Baking
  1. Scoop mounds of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle remaining topping mixture over the cookie mounds.
  2. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove cookies and allow them to cool on a wire rack.

Notes

For dairy-free cookies, use plant-based butter and yogurt. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.