Description
These Chocolate-Cinnamon Sugar Cookies combine the rich flavor of cocoa with a warm cinnamon spice for a soft, chewy treat. Perfect for holiday baking or any time you crave a comforting, chocolatey cookie with a sweet cinnamon sugar coating.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Cinnamon-Sugar Coating
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the dough.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to fully incorporate them, then mix in the vanilla extract for added flavor depth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute all the dry ingredients.
- Mix Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until a dough forms, avoiding over-mixing which can toughen cookies.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Coating: In a small bowl, stir together 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon to create the coating for the cookies.
- Form Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough, roll into balls, and coat each ball evenly in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to add a sweet, spicy crust.
- Arrange for Baking: Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake: Bake cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft, for a chewy texture.
- Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they maintain their shape and texture.
Notes
- For extra texture and richness, try adding mini chocolate chips to the dough before baking.
- These cookies freeze well; store them in an airtight container to keep them soft and fresh for days.
