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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cinnamon Butter Cookies!

Cinnamon cookies: master this easy recipe for soft, buttery, melt-in-your-mouth delights. Perfect for a cozy treat or holiday baking.
Prep Time 18 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (2 sticks / 227 g) unsalted butter, (room temperature)
  • cup (133 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large egg yolks, (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl using a hand mixer on medium speed, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, and kosher salt.
  5. 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.
  6. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet. Gently flatten each cookie with the back of a fork.
  7. 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.