Description
Cinnamon star cookies are sweet, spiced treats perfect for holidays or any occasion. They feature a crisp texture with a warm cinnamon flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp sugar (for rolling)
- 1 tsp cinnamon (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until dough forms.
- Combine 2 tbsp sugar and 1 tsp cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls, coat in cinnamon sugar, and place on baking sheets.
- Flatten balls slightly with the bottom of a glass.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on wire racks.
Notes
- For softer cookies, reduce baking time by 1-2 minutes.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Dough can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
