Why Make This Recipe
Coffee Cake Cookies bring together the best of both worlds—the rich flavors of coffee cake and the delightful softness of cookies. They’re easy to bake and perfect for sharing with friends, family, or enjoying with your morning coffee. The cookies are not just tasty; they are also a great conversation starter at gatherings. Try making them for brunch, dessert, or even a snack. No matter the occasion, these cookies will surely impress everyone!
How to Make Coffee Cake Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional, but highly recommended!)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk (or strong brewed coffee)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
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Prepare the Coffee Cake Crumble Topping: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Cut the butter into the flour mixture using a pastry blender, your fingers, or a fork until it resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the crumble topping while you prepare the cookie dough.
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Make the Coffee Cake Cookie Dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and almond extract (if using). In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Stir in the sour cream until just combined. The dough will be fairly thick.
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Assemble and Bake the Coffee Cake Cookies: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. Remove the crumble topping from the refrigerator. Sprinkle a generous amount of crumble topping over each cookie, gently pressing it into the dough. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden brown and the crumble topping is golden brown. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Make the Glaze (Optional): While the cookies are cooling, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk (or strong brewed coffee), and vanilla extract until smooth. Add more milk, one teaspoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency. Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the tops of the cookies. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving.
How to Serve Coffee Cake Cookies
Serve these cookies warm or at room temperature alongside your favorite beverage. They pair wonderfully with coffee, tea, or even a cold glass of milk. You can also serve them as a part of a dessert platter with other baked goods.
How to Store Coffee Cake Cookies
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want them to last longer, you can freeze them. Just make sure to wrap them well in plastic wrap and then place them in a freezer bag. They can be frozen for up to three months. To enjoy them, simply thaw at room temperature.
Tips to Make Coffee Cake Cookies
- Ensure your butter is at the right temperature. Softened butter should be soft enough to easily cream but not melted.
- Don’t overmix the dough. Mix until just combined for softer cookies.
- Adjust the amount of glaze to your taste. You can skip it if you prefer the cookies plain, or add as much as you like for extra sweetness!
Variation
You can add chocolate chips or nuts to the cookie dough for added flavor and texture. If you want a fruity twist, consider adding dried cranberries or blueberries.
FAQs
1. Can I use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour?
Yes, you can substitute whole wheat flour, but it may change the texture slightly and make the cookies denser.
2. What can I use instead of almond extract?
If you don’t have almond extract, you can simply omit it or replace it with more vanilla extract for a different flavor.
3. Can I make these cookies ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the dough and freeze it before baking. Just thaw and bake when you’re ready to enjoy them!
Coffee Cake Cookies
Ingredients
For the Coffee Cake Crumble Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional) Highly recommended
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sour cream
For the Glaze (optional)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk (or strong brewed coffee) Adjust for desired consistency
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Coffee Cake Crumble Topping
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients.
- Cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Cover and refrigerate while preparing the cookie dough.
Make the Coffee Cake Cookie Dough
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and almond extract if using.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the sour cream until just combined. The dough will be thick.
Assemble and Bake the Coffee Cake Cookies
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.
- Sprinkle crumble topping over each cookie, gently pressing it into the dough.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Make the Glaze (Optional)
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk or coffee, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle over cooled cookies and let set before serving.