Pin Delight your senses with these soft, tender cookies inspired by classic coffee cake—featuring a cinnamon-brown sugar streusel and a sweet vanilla glaze, perfect for cozy moments with coffee. This recipe brings the comforting warmth of a bakery favorite into a convenient cookie form, making it an ideal treat for any time of day.
Pin Whether you're a fan of the show or just a lover of all things cinnamon, these Gilmore Girls Coffee Cake Cookies offer a nostalgic and satisfying experience. The combination of vegetable oil and butter in the dough ensures they stay moist and soft for days.
Ingredients
- Cookie Dough: 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened; 1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil; 1 cup (200 g) brown sugar, packed; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 1/2 cups (315 g) all-purpose flour.
- Streusel Topping: 1/4 cup (57 g) unsalted butter, softened; 1/4 cup (50 g) brown sugar, packed; 1/3 to 1/2 cup (40–60 g) all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Pinch of salt.
- Icing: 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar; 1 tablespoon milk; Splash of vanilla extract.
Instructions
- Step 1
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Step 2
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, vegetable oil, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Step 3
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Step 4
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, ground cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Step 5
- In another bowl, prepare the streusel by combining softened butter, brown sugar, flour (start with 1/3 cup and add more if needed for a crumbly texture), ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Mix until crumbly.
- Step 6
- Scoop the cookie dough onto prepared baking sheets (about 1½ tablespoons per cookie), leaving space between each. Gently press an indent into the center of each cookie.
- Step 7
- Fill each indent generously with the streusel mixture.
- Step 8
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Step 9
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Step 10
- For the icing, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, refrigerate for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Varianten und Anpassungen
For extra crunch, add chopped toasted pecans or walnuts to the streusel mixture before topping your cookies.
Serviervorschläge
These cookies pair beautifully with a warm cup of coffee or a spicy chai tea, making them the ultimate cozy treat.
Pin Enjoy the sweet, buttery, and spiced flavors of these delightful coffee cake cookies. They are a wonderful addition to any dessert spread or a thoughtful homemade gift for the coffee lovers in your life.
Recipe FAQ
- → What gives the cookies their cinnamon flavor?
Ground cinnamon is incorporated both in the cookie dough and the streusel topping, providing a warm, aromatic spice throughout.
- → How is the streusel made for these cookies?
The streusel combines softened butter, brown sugar, flour, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt, mixed until crumbly for a tender topping.
- → What is the purpose of the vanilla glaze?
The vanilla glaze is a simple blend of powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, drizzled over cooled cookies to add a sweet, smooth finish.
- → Can I add nuts to the streusel?
Yes, chopped toasted pecans or walnuts can be added to the streusel for extra crunch and flavor variety.
- → How should these cookies be stored?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, refrigerate for two weeks, or freeze for up to three months.