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Cinnamon Coffee Crinkles

Cinnamon Coffee Crinkles: Soft Cookies with a Cozy Kick

These Cinnamon Coffee Crinkles are soft cookies that blend the warm flavors of cinnamon and coffee, perfect for cozy moments.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour substitution: gluten-free flour blend can be used for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adjust quantity for more or less spice to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder make sure it's fresh to activate properly.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt omit if you prefer low-sodium.
  • 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules substitution: switch to espresso powder for a stronger coffee flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract can substitute with almond extract for a different twist.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter substitution: use coconut oil for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 cup brown sugar choose light or dark depending on your preference.
  • 1 large egg omit for vegan: swap with a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water).
For Rolling Coatings
  • ½ cup granulated sugar adjust based on desired sweetness.
  • ½ cup powdered sugar use cornstarch-based powdered sugar for a gluten-free option.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ¾ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon of salt.
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  2. Dissolve 2 teaspoons of instant coffee granules in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, stirring until fully blended.
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  3. In a large bowl, beat ½ cup of melted unsalted butter with 1 cup of brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
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  4. Gradually add your dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
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  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes.
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  6. Once chilled, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough and roll them into balls.
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  7. Arrange the coated dough balls on a baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10–12 minutes.
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  8. Let the Cinnamon Coffee Crinkles cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Chill the dough before rolling for a better crinkle effect.

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