These chewy cinnamon cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. They are soft, chewy, and full of cinnamon flavor. Perfect with a glass of milk or a cup of tea, these cookies will satisfy your sweet tooth cravings.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup cinnamon sugar (for rolling)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined.
- Chill the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls, then roll in cinnamon sugar mixture to coat.
- Place dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until cookies are set but still soft in the center.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your homemade chewy cinnamon cookies!
Interesting Facts
Cinnamon is a spice that has been used for centuries for its flavor and medicinal properties.
Cookies get their chewy texture from the combination of butter and sugars in the dough.