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Soft Cinnamon Sugar Donut Cookies

Soft Cinnamon Sugar Donut Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

Soft Cinnamon Sugar Donut Cookies are a delightful treat, offering a perfect blend of cookie and cake donut flavors that melt in your mouth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Softened Butter Ensure room temperature for optimal creaming.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adds essential sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Brings moisture and deeper flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binding agent; substitute with a flax egg for vegan.
  • 1/4 cup Milk Can use any milk or non-dairy option.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Infuses a warm flavor.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; gluten-free flour can be used.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Use fresh for the best rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Elevates flavor; adjust if using salted butter.
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar For sweetness in coating.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust based on preference.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Cookie Scoop
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar for 2 to 3 minutes until fluffy.
  4. Add in the egg, milk, and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and beat until fully combined.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
  6. Using a cookie scoop, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 11 to 14 minutes, until the edges are golden brown.
  8. After baking, cool the cookies for 2 minutes and then roll each in a mix of granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
  9. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened and avoid overmixing for the best texture in cookies.

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