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Coffee Cake Cookies Recipe Easy Cinnamon Sugar Crumble Treat

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These coffee cake cookies combine a tender, cake-like base with a crunchy cinnamon sugar crumble topping for a nostalgic treat. Quick to make and perfect for sharing, they deliver cozy comfort and classic coffee cake flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Cinnamon Sugar Crumble:
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch salt
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • Optional Glaze:
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Make the cinnamon sugar crumble: In a small bowl, combine 1/3 cup flour, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir in 3 tablespoons melted butter until crumbly. Set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  4. In a large bowl, beat 1/2 cup softened butter, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup brown sugar until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).
  5. Beat in 1 large egg, 1/4 cup sour cream, and 1 teaspoon vanilla until just combined.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing on low until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
  7. Use a medium cookie scoop or spoon to drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart (about 2 tablespoons per cookie).
  8. Generously sprinkle cinnamon sugar crumble over each cookie, pressing lightly so it sticks.
  9. Bake for 12–14 minutes, until edges are golden and tops look set. Check at 11 minutes if your oven runs hot.
  10. Let cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  11. Optional: Mix 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1–2 tablespoons milk, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla. Drizzle glaze over cooled cookies and let set before serving.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature butter and egg. Chill dough for 10 minutes if sticky or if your kitchen is warm. Double the crumble for extra crunch. For gluten-free or dairy-free, substitute flour and dairy as needed. Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days, refrigerated for a week, or frozen for 2 months.

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