Here’s a delicious recipe for Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies:
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Additional cinnamon-sugar mixture for coating (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, softened cream cheese, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, and beat until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls.
- Optional: Roll each dough ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture for an extra coating of cinnamon flavor.
- Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently press down on each dough ball with the bottom of a glass to slightly flatten.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Enjoy these soft and flavorful Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of tea for a delightful treat!