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Coffee Cake Cookies

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These Coffee Cake Cookies combine the comforting flavors of cinnamon coffee cake with the chewy texture of homemade cookies. Each one features a soft, buttery base filled with a sweet cinnamon streusel and topped with a drizzle of smooth icing. Perfect for coffee lovers, dessert enthusiasts, or anyone who craves a cozy homemade treat.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 large cookies 1x

Ingredients

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For the Streusel Filling:

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • ⅓ cup brown sugar, packed

  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon

  • Pinch of salt

  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

For the Cookie Dough:

  • 1¼ cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled

  • ¾ cup cake flour, spooned and leveled

  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

  • ½ teaspoon baking soda

  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 8 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed

  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free)

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 large egg yolk

For the Icing:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

  • 3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream

  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted

  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free)

  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  • In a bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt for the streusel. Work in butter until clumps form, then refrigerate.

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

  • In another bowl, whisk all-purpose flour, cake flour, cornstarch, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

  • In a stand mixer, cream cold butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar for 1–2 minutes until smooth.

  • Add egg, egg yolk, and Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free). Mix well, scraping sides as needed.

  • Gradually add dry ingredients, ¼ cup at a time, until incorporated. Do not overmix.

  • Scoop dough into 8 large balls (or smaller if preferred) and place on baking sheets.

  • Press a small indent into each cookie using your thumb or the end of a utensil dipped in flour.

  • Fill each indent with about 1 tablespoon of chilled streusel.

  • Bake for 8–11 minutes, until edges are lightly golden. Remove just before fully baked to keep soft centers.

  • Optionally, swirl a round cutter around each cookie to perfect the shape.

  • Cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

  • For the icing, whisk melted butter, milk, powdered sugar, Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free), and salt until smooth.

  • Once cookies are cool, drizzle icing over each one and let set before serving.

Notes

  • Chill the streusel for the best texture.

  • Don’t overbake; cookies will continue cooking slightly after removal.

  • Substitute milk alternatives if needed for dairy-free versions.

  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or refrigerate for a week.

  • Author: Layla
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes