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Cinnamon Coffee Crinkles Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 16 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Cinnamon Coffee Crinkles are soft, chewy cookies infused with rich espresso and warm cinnamon, coated in a delicate powdered sugar crust that creates a beautiful crinkled surface. Perfectly balanced with cocoa and spices, they make an irresistible treat for coffee lovers and cookie enthusiasts alike.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp baking powder

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 2 tsp espresso powder or instant coffee granules

Coating

  • Powdered sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, and baking powder to combine the dry flavors evenly.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a separate large bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and packed brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the dough.
  4. Add Egg and Espresso: Beat in the room temperature egg and espresso powder or instant coffee granules until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough to maintain tenderness.
  6. Shape and Coat Dough Balls: Scoop dough using a spoon or cookie scoop, then roll each ball thoroughly in powdered sugar to coat completely, which creates the signature crinkled appearance during baking.
  7. Bake and Cool: Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them evenly. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cookies have a crinkled surface but remain soft in the center. Allow them to cool slightly before transferring to wire racks to finish cooling.

Notes

  • For a stronger coffee flavor, use espresso powder instead of instant coffee granules.
  • Make sure the butter is softened at room temperature for easy creaming and better texture.
  • Rolling the dough balls well in powdered sugar is key for the characteristic crinkle effect.
  • Do not overbake to keep the cookies soft inside.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/cinnamon-coffee-crinkles-recipe-2/