Gilmore Girls Coffee Cake Cookies Recipe
Introduction
These Delectable Gilmore Girls Coffee Cake Cookies are a perfect blend of soft cinnamon dough, crumbly streusel topping, and a luscious icing drizzle. Inspired by the cozy vibes of Stars Hollow, they make an irresistible Thanksgiving dessert or any sweet treat craving.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 1/2 cups flour (325 grams)
Streusel Topping
- 1/4 cup softened butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 – 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Icing Drizzle
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp milk
- Splash of vanilla
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, blend the softened butter, vegetable oil, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Step 3: Add the egg and vanilla, mixing well to combine.
- Step 4: Gradually add the cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and flour. Stir until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Step 5: In a separate bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt to form the streusel topping. Adjust flour a tablespoon at a time if needed to keep it crumbly but able to stick together.
- Step 6: Using a large cookie scoop, form dough balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets. Press a small indent into the center of each dough ball with the back of the scoop or your finger.
- Step 7: Fill each indent generously with the streusel mixture.
- Step 8: Bake the cookies for 10–12 minutes until they turn golden and set.
- Step 9: While the cookies bake, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to make a smooth icing drizzle.
- Step 10: Let the cookies cool slightly on a wire rack, then drizzle the icing over the top for a sweet finishing touch.
Tips & Variations
- For extra cinnamon flavor, sprinkle a little extra cinnamon sugar over the cookies before baking.
- Substitute vegetable oil with melted coconut oil for a subtle nutty taste.
- Adjust the streusel flour quantity carefully to keep the topping crumbly but moldable.
- For a festive touch, add chopped nuts or dried cranberries to the streusel topping.
Storage
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. To keep them fresh longer, refrigerate for up to a week. Reheat gently in a microwave for 10–15 seconds to restore softness before serving.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I freeze these coffee cake cookies?
Yes! Freeze the baked and cooled cookies in a sealed container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before drizzling icing or serving.
Can I skip the icing drizzle?
Absolutely. The cookies are delicious without icing, but the sweet glaze adds a lovely finishing touch that enhances the flavor and texture.
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Gilmore Girls Coffee Cake Cookies Recipe
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
Description
These Gilmore Girls Coffee Cake Cookies combine the beloved flavors of classic coffee cake with the convenience of cookie form. Featuring a cinnamon-spiced dough, a crumbly streusel topping, and a luscious icing drizzle, these cookies make a perfect Thanksgiving dessert or cozy snack inspired by the charm of Stars Hollow.
Ingredients
Cinnamon Dough
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (325 grams)
Streusel Topping
- 1/4 cup softened butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 – 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Icing Drizzle
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp milk
- Splash of vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookies.
- Mix the Dough Base: In a mixing bowl, blend the softened butter, vegetable oil, and brown sugar together until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, creating a creamy base for the dough.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract into the mixture, mixing thoroughly to combine all wet ingredients evenly.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add in the cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and flour to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Prepare the Streusel Topping: In a separate bowl, combine softened butter, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Mix until the streusel sticks together yet remains crumbly. If too loose, add flour 1 tablespoon at a time to reach the desired consistency.
- Form Cookie Dough Balls: Using a large cookie scoop, portion dough balls onto a lined baking sheet. Press an indent into the center of each dough ball with the back of the scoop or your fingers.
- Fill with Streusel: Spoon a generous amount of the prepared streusel topping into the indent of each cookie ball for a flavorful crunch.
- Bake the Cookies: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
- Prepare the Icing Drizzle: While cookies bake, mix powdered sugar, milk, and a splash of vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and runny.
- Drizzle Icing and Serve: Once cookies have cooled slightly on a rack, drizzle the icing generously over each cookie to finish them with a sweet touch. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust the flour quantity in the streusel topping gradually to ensure a perfect crumbly texture.
- Be careful not to overmix the dough to maintain tender cookies.
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with plant-based margarine, egg with flax egg, and milk with a plant milk alternative.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Ensure cookies cool slightly before icing to prevent the glaze from melting off.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Gilmore Girls coffee cake cookies, cinnamon cookies, streusel topping, Thanksgiving dessert, coffee cake cookies, iced cookies, cinnamon spice cookies
