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Ultra-Moist Coffee Cake Cookies with Buttery Streusel Topping

Two halves of a soft coffee cake cookie showing the thick, crumbly cinnamon topping and moist interior.
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Create soft, bakery-style coffee cake cookies that capture the comforting flavor of classic crumb cake. This recipe features a moist cinnamon-spiced cookie base topped with a rich, buttery streusel.

Ingredients

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  • For the Streusel Topping:
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • For the Cookie Dough:
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • For the Optional Glaze:
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk or cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the streusel: In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Place the streusel in the refrigerator while you prepare the dough.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. Make the cookie dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  5. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon until just combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
  7. Scoop the dough using a medium cookie scoop (about 1.5 tablespoons) and roll into balls. Place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Gently flatten each dough ball slightly with the bottom of a glass.
  9. Take the chilled streusel mixture and generously sprinkle it over the top of each cookie dough ball. Press lightly so the crumbs adhere.
  10. Bake for 11 to 14 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden. The centers should remain soft.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. Make the optional glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cookies.

Notes

  • For a flavor profile similar to the popular ‘Gilmore Girls Coffee Cake Cookies,’ ensure you use fresh cinnamon and do not skip the streusel topping.
  • If you prefer a slightly tangier flavor, substitute 2 tablespoons of the butter in the cookie dough with 2 tablespoons of sour cream.
  • These cookies are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days to maintain their soft texture.

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