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Gilmore Girls Coffee Cake Cookies: Deliciously Cozy Treats

Gilmore Girls Coffee Cake Cookies: Cozy Treats You’ll Love

Gilmore Girls Coffee Cake Cookies: Deliciously Cozy Treats that are soft, chewy, and perfect with coffee.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup light brown sugar can use dark brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Ceylon cinnamon recommended
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional, can use allspice
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened) softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar
  • 2 large eggs (beaten) can use flax eggs for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure vanilla
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract optional
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder ensure freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Buttery Crumble
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter must be cold
  • 1 cup additional all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
For the Optional Coffee Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar can use sugar alternative
  • 2 tablespoons milk or strong brewed coffee brewed coffee enhances flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prepare Crumble Topping - In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until combined. Cut in cold unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Make Cookie Dough - Cream together softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add beaten eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla and almond extracts.
  3. Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients - In another bowl, sift together remaining flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  4. Step 4: Chill Dough - Cover the cookie dough with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Preheat Oven - Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Step 6: Shape Cookies - Drop rounded portions of dough onto the baking sheet, lightly flatten, and top with the chilled crumble mixture.
  7. Step 7: Bake - Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
  8. Step 8: Cool - Allow the cookies to cool for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Step 9: Optional Glaze - Whisk together powdered sugar with milk or brewed coffee; drizzle over cooled cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookies are perfect as a treat for brunch or dessert. Customize with chocolate chips or fruits for added flavor.

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