Delicious Coffee Cake Cookies Ready in 30 Minutes
These Coffee Cake Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic coffee cake, combining a soft, tender cookie base with a sweet cinnamon streusel topping. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or sharing with friends, they’re simple to make, versatile, and always a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 1x
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
- ½ cup brown sugar (for streusel topping)
- 1 tsp cinnamon (for streusel topping)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (for streusel topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs, one at a time, followed by vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the butter mixture on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Prepare streusel topping by combining ½ cup brown sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, and 2 tbsp melted butter in a small bowl. Add nuts if desired.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough portions and roll into balls. Place on prepared baking sheets 2 inches apart.
- Sprinkle streusel topping generously on each dough ball and gently press to adhere.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers are set. Rotate baking sheets halfway through baking.
- Cool cookies on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Optional: add chocolate chips, dried fruit, or a drizzle of glaze.
Use room temperature butter and eggs for best results.
Store in an airtight container to keep cookies soft.