Irresistible Classic Cinnamon Sugar Cookies in 30 Minutes
A quick and easy recipe for classic cinnamon sugar cookies. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are soft, sweet, and full of warm cinnamon flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Total Time: 27 mins
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and roll each in the remaining sugar.
- Place the dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- For chewier cookies, bake for 9-10 minutes.
- Add ½ teaspoon nutmeg for extra spice flavor.