Easy Cinnamon Sugar Cookies Recipe

These ridiculously easy cinnamon sugar cookies require minimal ingredients and effort, resulting in melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness! Perfect for beginner bakers or anyone craving a quick, sweet treat. Get ready to enjoy warm, gooey cookies in under an hour (excluding optional chilling time).

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 200.8 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Easy Cinnamon Sugar Cookies

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • All Purpose Flour
  • 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon

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How to Make Easy Cinnamon Sugar Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter until light and fluffy. Use an electric mixer for best results.
  3. Beat in 1 large egg until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups of all-purpose flour and 3 teaspoons of ground cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (optional, but recommended for easier handling).
  7. While the dough chills, prepare the cinnamon-sugar topping: In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
  8. Roll the chilled dough into 1 1/2-inch balls.
  9. Roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, ensuring it's evenly coated.
  10. Place the dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  11. Gently flatten each ball to 1/4-inch thickness using the bottom of a glass or a cookie press.
  12. Bake for 11-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
  13. Immediately remove cookies from baking sheets and let them cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

32g

Carbs

8g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Cinnamon Sugar Cookies?

Easy Cinnamon Sugar Cookies takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Cinnamon Sugar Cookies?

Easy Cinnamon Sugar Cookies has approximately 200.8 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Cinnamon Sugar Cookies?

The key ingredients for Easy Cinnamon Sugar Cookies are Sugar, Butter, Egg, All Purpose Flour, Cinnamon. See the full list with measurements above.

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