Cinnamon Sugar Cloud Cookies (Print)
Soft cinnamon sugar cookies topped with cream cheese frosting for a cloud-like, melt-in-your-mouth dessert.
# Components:
→ For the Cookies
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons cornstarch
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
07 - 1 cup granulated sugar
08 - 1 large egg
09 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
→ For the Cinnamon Sugar
10 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
11 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
→ For the Cream Cheese Frosting
12 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
13 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
14 - 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
15 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
16 - Pinch of salt
# Directions:
01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
03 - In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes. Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
04 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until fully integrated.
05 - In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
06 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the cookie dough and roll them into uniform balls. Subsequently, roll each ball in the prepared cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated.
07 - Arrange the coated cookie balls on the prepared baking sheets, ensuring they are spaced 2 inches apart. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges appear set and the tops are slightly underbaked, maintaining a soft and pale appearance.
08 - Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
09 - For the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually incorporate the sifted powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, beating until the frosting is fluffy and well combined.
10 - Once the cookies have fully cooled, spread or pipe the cream cheese frosting onto each cookie. Optionally, dust with additional cinnamon sugar for extra flavor and visual appeal.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Uses basic pantry bakers like flour butter and vanilla extract
- Ready in just 35 minutes even with frosting
- Pillowy cookies with a dreamy melt-in-your-mouth frosting
- One bowl for wet one for dry no complicated steps
02 -
- Super soft inside with meltaway centers
- Tangy frosting balances out the sugar perfectly
- Each cookie delivers an incredible cinnamon aroma
- These cookies feel like a hug each bite always takes me back to my childhood kitchen where the scent of cinnamon meant family time after school
03 -
- Always sift your powdered sugar for fluffy lump free frosting
- Do not skip the cream of tartar or your cookies may become dense
- Rolling the dough balls gently avoids overworking the gluten and ensures ultimate softness