Coffee Cake Cookies

These Coffee Cake Cookies combine the rich flavors of classic coffee cake into a soft, chewy cookie, complete with a buttery streusel topping and a sweet vanilla drizzle. They’re perfect for cozy mornings or an indulgent snack anytime! These cookies combine the warm, comforting flavors of coffee cake in a bite-sized form. The cinnamon gives the cookies a cozy fall feel, while the buttery streusel topping adds the perfect amount of crunch. They’re ideal for pairing with your morning coffee or as an afternoon snack. Plus, they’re super easy to make and look stunning with a drizzle of sweet vanilla icing!

Ingredients You’ll Need for the Coffee Cake Cookies:

For the Cookies:

• Unsalted butter, softened: Provides a rich, creamy base for the cookie dough, making the cookies tender and flavorful.
• Vegetable Oil: Adds additional fat to the dough, ensuring a soft and chewy texture. It also helps to balance the flavor of the butter.
• Brown sugar: Sweetens the cookie dough and contributes to its crisp texture.
• Egg: Binds the ingredients together and helps the cookies rise.
• Vanilla extract: Enhances the overall flavor of the cookies, adding a hint of warmth and sweetness.
• All-purpose flour: The main structure of the cookie dough. It provides the base and ensures the cookies hold their shape.
• Baking Soda & Baking Powder: Acts as a leavening agent, helping the cookies to rise and become light and fluffy.
• Salt: Enhances the flavor of the cookies and balances the sweetness.

For the Streusel:

• Butter: Adds moisture and binds the streusel together.
• Brown Sugar: Sweetens and adds a caramel flavor.
• Flour: Creates a crumbly texture.
• Cinnamon: Enhances the flavor profile with warm spice.
• Salt: Balances the sweetness.

For the Topping:

• Powdered Sugar: Provides sweetness and a smooth texture for the icing.
• Milk: Thin the icing to the desired consistency.
• Vanilla Extract (Splash): Adds flavor to the icing.

You’ll need the following tools for making the Coffee Cake Cookies:

• Mixing Bowls: A large bowl for combining the cookie dough ingredients and a smaller ones for measuring.
• Measuring Scale: To accurately measure all your ingredients in grams.
• Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer: For creaming the butter and sugars, and mixing the dough.
• Spatula: To fold in the dry ingredients and combine the mixtures.
• Baking Sheet: For baking the cookies.
• Parchment Paper: To line the baking sheet, preventing the cookies from sticking.
• Cookie Scoop: To evenly portion out the dough.
• Cooling Rack: For allowing the cookies to cool evenly after baking.

Here is the full Recipe:

Ingredients:

For the Cinnamon Cookie Dough:

• 113 g (1/2 cup) butter, softened
• 120 ml (1/2 cup) vegetable oil1
• 50 g (3/4 cup) brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla extract
• 6 g (2 tsp) cinnamon
• 2 g (1/2 tsp) baking soda
• 2 g (1/2 tsp) baking powder
• 2 g (1/2 tsp) salt
• 325 g (2 1/2 cups) all-purpose flour

For the Streusel:

• 57 g (1/4 cup) butter, softened
• 50 g (1/4 cup) brown sugar, packed
• 40-60 g (1/3 – 1/2 cup) flour
• 1 g (1/2 tsp) cinnamonPinch of salt

For the Icing:

• 60 g (1/2 cup) powdered sugar
• 15 ml (1 tbsp) milk
• Splash of vanilla extract

Directions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Make the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, vegetable oil, and brown sugar. Mix for a couple of minutes until smooth and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing well. Gradually incorporate the remaining ingredients until just combined.
3. Prepare the Streusel: In another bowl, mix the streusel ingredients. Start with 40 g of flour, adjusting until the mixture crumbles easily between your fingers.
4. Form the Cookies: Using a large cookie scoop, place a ball of dough on a lined baking sheet. Press the center down to create an indent for the streusel.
5. Add the Streusel: Spoon a couple of tablespoons of the streusel mixture into the indent on each cookie.
6. Bake: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes until they are lightly golden.
7. Make the Icing: While the cookies bake, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Once the cookies have cooled slightly, drizzle with icing.
8. Enjoy: Let the cookies cool completely, and enjoy your delightful Coffee Cake Cookies!

Tips & Tricks:

• Cookie Size: Use a cookie scoop or spoon to ensure uniform cookie sizes. This helps them bake evenly and ensures they are all done at the same time.
• Baking Sheets: Use parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent the cookies from sticking and to promote even baking. If you don’t have either, make sure to lightly grease the baking sheets.
• Cooling: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. This helps them set and prevents them from breaking apart.
• Serving: Serve these cookies slightly warm or at room temperature. They pair wonderfully with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate, making them perfect for a cozy afternoon snack or dessert.

By following these tips, you’ll ensure your Coffee Cake Cookies turn out perfect!

More Baking Ideas:

• Pumpkin Sugar Cookies – These Pumpkin Sugar Cookies are soft, spiced, and packed with the rich flavors of fall, perfect for a cozy treat any time!
• Apple Pie Cookies – Bite-sized versions of the classic dessert, these Apple Pie Cookies are filled with warm spiced apples and wrapped in a soft, chewy cookie.
• Apple Cheesecake Cookies – The perfect blend of tart apples and creamy cheesecake, all in a sweet and chewy cookie that melts in your mouth.
• Chai Cookies – Infused with warm chai spices and topped with a sweet spiced glaze, these Chai Cookies are the perfect cozy treat for fall!

Watch the recipe video here. Let’s get to baking! Here is the full recipe: