Cinnamon Brown Sugar Cutout Cookies Recipe
These Cinnamon Brown Sugar Cutout Cookies are soft, flavorful treats perfect for any occasion. Combining warm cinnamon and rich brown sugar, these cutout cookies are easy to make and decorated with a sweet cinnamon glaze that adds an extra touch of charm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- A pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and packed brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until a cohesive dough forms.
- Chill Dough: Divide the dough in half, wrap each portion in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up for easier handling.
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll Out Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- Cut Shapes: Use cookie cutters to cut the dough into desired shapes, then place them on the prepared baking sheet with some spacing.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges start to turn a light golden color. Remove from oven and allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and optional nutmeg until smooth.
- Glaze and Decorate: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies and optionally add sprinkles or extra cinnamon for decoration. Let the glaze set before serving.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easy creaming with the sugar.
- Chilling the dough is important to prevent spreading and to maintain the cookie shapes.
- Use parchment paper on the baking sheet for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before glazing to ensure the glaze sets properly.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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