Cinnamon Thumbs
Indulge in the nostalgic charm of *Cinnamon Thumbs*, a buttery, cinnamon-scented cookie with a uniquely soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. These delightful treats are made from a simple dough infused with warm spices and coated in a cinnamon-sugar mixture for extra sweetness and crunch. Each cookie features a thumbprint indentation, giving them their signature look and a perfectly delicate bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, these homemade cookies come together effortlessly, making them an ideal choice for holiday gatherings, coffee breaks, or anytime you crave a touch of cozy cinnamon flavor. Serve them fresh out of the oven or store them for a week-long supply of comforting goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup cinnamon sugar mixture (for rolling; equal parts ground cinnamon and sugar)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar together using a handheld mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
Scoop out 1-tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into smooth balls.
Roll each dough ball in the prepared cinnamon sugar mixture until completely coated.
Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Using your thumb or the back of a teaspoon, gently press an indentation into the center of each dough ball. Be careful not to flatten the cookies entirely.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the Cinnamon Thumbs fresh, or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2991 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.7 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.5 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 468 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 1189 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 485.3 g | 176% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 268.5 g | ||
| Protein | 35.5 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 217 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 533 mg | 11% | |
*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.
