Get ready to transform your holiday baking into a festive flavor explosion that will have everyone begging for more! These Cinnamon Crispies are not just cookies – they're a crispy, buttery, cinnamon-kissed slice of Christmas joy that will make your kitchen smell like the most delightful winter wonderland. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a holiday cooking novice, these easy-to-make treats will become your new go-to recipe for spreading seasonal cheer.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Whisk together until well blended and set aside.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each dough ball with the back of a fork or the bottom of a glass to create a crisp, thin cookie shape.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the centers are set.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Dust the cooled cookies with additional cinnamon sugar for extra flavor and festive appearance.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, separating layers with parchment paper.
Tips
- Make sure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Use fresh, high-quality ground cinnamon for the most robust flavor.
- Don't overmix the dough – this can lead to tough cookies instead of crisp, delicate ones.
- For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to measure out the dough.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before storing to maintain their signature crisp texture.
- For an extra festive touch, consider adding a sprinkle of decorative holiday-colored sugar before baking.
- These cookies freeze beautifully – make a double batch and save some for later!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 90kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 1g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 20mg
