Description
Sweet & Chewy Gilmore Girls Coffee Cake Cookies combine the comforting, warm flavors of classic coffee cake with a soft, chewy cookie texture. These cookies are rich with cinnamon and buttery sweetness, perfect for breakfasts, snacks, or desserts. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they capture the cozy vibe of your favorite coffee culture in a portable treat everyone will love.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or substitute with pure maple syrup)
- 2 tablespoons milk (dairy or plant-based)
Optional Streusel Topping
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
Optional Add-ins & Variations
- Chopped pecans or walnuts (1/4 to 1/2 cup)
- Mini chocolate chips (1/4 cup)
- Vegan options: coconut oil instead of butter, flax egg instead of egg
Instructions
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: Beat the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar together in a large bowl until the mixture is light, fluffy, and creamy. This incorporates air for a light texture and merges the flavors well.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract (or maple syrup) until combined. Then stir in the milk, blending until the dough is smooth and moist.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon, ensuring the cinnamon is evenly distributed for consistent flavor.
- Bring It All Together: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently to maintain the dough’s tenderness without overmixing. If desired, fold in optional nuts or chocolate chips at this stage.
- Prepare Optional Streusel Topping: Mix the flour, sugar, cinnamon, and cold butter until crumbly. This will create a crispy, coffee cake-like crunch when sprinkled over the cookie dough.
- Shape and Bake: Scoop cookie dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle the streusel topping on each cookie if using. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12–15 minutes, or until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading and develop flavor.
- Measure flour by spooning it into the cup and leveling off to avoid dense cookies.
- Remove cookies when edges are set but centers still look slightly undercooked to keep them chewy.
- Use fresh ground cinnamon for the best flavor.
- Customize with streusel topping or coarse sugar for added texture and visual appeal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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