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Gilmore Girls Coffee Cake Cookies

Gilmore Girls Coffee Cake Cookies That Warm Your Heart

Delight in the cozy flavors of Gilmore Girls Coffee Cake Cookies, combining nostalgia and sweetness in a tender treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Provides rich flavor and moisture, creating a tender cookie base.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness and helps form crisp edges while balancing the soft interior.
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar Infuses deep, caramel-like flavor while maintaining moisture.
  • 2 large eggs Binds the ingredients for a chewy texture.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor profile with sweet, floral notes.
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Forms the structure of the cookie, ensuring slight chewiness.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Provides lift for light, airy cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Assists in browning alongside baking powder.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances overall sweetness and elevates flavors.
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon Key spice that adds warmth and flavor reminiscent of coffee cake.
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (optional) Offers crunch and nutty undertones.
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips (optional) Adds pockets of melt-in-your-mouth chocolate for richness.
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Builds structure for the crumbly topping.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Sweetens the streusel while retaining moisture for a perfect crumble.
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Infuses the topping with warm spice.
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted Binds streusel ingredients and adds buttery flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar, beating on medium speed for about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, then stir in vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in optional chopped nuts and/or mini chocolate chips.
  7. In a small bowl, prepare streusel topping by mixing flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly.
  8. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  9. Sprinkle streusel topping generously over each dough ball.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers remain soft.
  11. Allow cookies to cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookies are perfect for cozy evenings and gatherings. Experiment with different nuts and chocolate types.

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