Cinnamon Sugar Vanilla Wafers
Delightfully crisp yet melt-in-your-mouth tender, these Cinnamon Sugar Vanilla Wafers are a sweet treat perfect for any occasion. Infused with the warm, comforting flavors of vanilla and a hint of cinnamon, these cookies are coated in a sugary spice blend that caramelizes beautifully during baking. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this easy homemade cookie recipe yields 36 buttery wafers, making it ideal for sharing or enjoying as an indulgent snack. Perfect with a hot cup of coffee or tea, these cinnamon vanilla cookies are as versatile as they are delicious. Whether you’re craving something simple yet sophisticated or need a crowd-pleasing dessert, these buttery cinnamon sugar wafers will quickly become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (softened)
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 units Large egg
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Additional granulated sugar (for coating)
- 0.5 teaspoons Additional ground cinnamon (for coating)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, and beat until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a dough forms. Do not overmix.
In a small bowl, combine the additional granulated sugar and ground cinnamon to create the cinnamon sugar coating.
Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter (roughly 1 tablespoon of dough per ball). Roll each ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
Place the coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Using the bottom of a glass or the palm of your hand, gently press down on each ball to flatten slightly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges of the wafers are golden and slightly crisp.
Allow the wafers to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cinnamon sugar vanilla wafers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2167 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 102.3 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.5 g | 312% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 444 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 906 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 294.1 g | 107% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 176.8 g | ||
| Protein | 22.9 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 280 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
