Description
Simple and sweet cinnamon sugar cookies perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar, for rolling
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, for rolling
Instructions
- Cream together the softened butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- In a small bowl, combine the 1/4 cup granulated sugar and cinnamon.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For softer cookies, bake for a shorter time.
- For crispier cookies, bake for a longer time.
- You can add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon-sugar mixture for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American