Best Cinnamon Cookie Delight (Printable Version)

Soft, chewy cinnamon cookies with a unique cinnamon swirl that delights every bite.

# Everything You’ll Need:

→ Cinnamon Filling

01 - 6 tablespoons salted butter, softened
02 - ¾ cup packed brown sugar
03 - 1½ tablespoons ground cinnamon

→ Cookie Dough

04 - 1 cup salted butter (2 sticks), softened
05 - 1⅔ cups granulated sugar
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
08 - 3½ cups all-purpose flour
09 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
10 - ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
11 - 1½ teaspoons cream of tartar

→ Coating

12 - Sugar and cinnamon mixture for rolling (amount as desired)

# Steps to Cook:

01 - Combine softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth. Shape the mixture into small balls and freeze for 20 minutes.
02 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
03 - In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Add granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until the mixture is light and fluffy.
04 - Gradually add flour, baking soda, kosher salt, and cream of tartar to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
05 - Gently fold the frozen cinnamon filling balls into the dough ensuring even distribution.
06 - Using a cookie scoop, form dough into balls. Roll each ball in a sugar and cinnamon blend to coat thoroughly.
07 - Place the coated dough balls onto prepared baking sheets and bake for 11 to 12 minutes until edges are set but not browned.
08 - Transfer cookies onto wire racks and allow them to cool completely before serving.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Freezing the cinnamon filling balls helps maintain a distinct swirl in each cookie, enhancing texture and flavor.