Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl using a hand mixer on medium speed, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, and kosher salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Stir in the whole milk until a soft dough forms.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet. Gently flatten each cookie with the back of a fork.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For best results, ensure your butter and egg yolks are truly at room temperature. This allows them to emulsify properly with the sugar, creating a light and fluffy base.
- Don't overmix the dough once the flour is added; overworking gluten can lead to tough cookies. Mix until just combined.
- Storage: Store baked cinnamon cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze cooled cookies for up to 2 months. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- Don't overmix the dough once the flour is added; overworking gluten can lead to tough cookies. Mix until just combined.
- Storage: Store baked cinnamon cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze cooled cookies for up to 2 months. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
