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Glazed Cinnamon Nut Cookies Recipe

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Soft cinnamon-spiced cookies topped with a sweet, nutty glaze, combining warm spices and crunchy nuts for a delightful dessert treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

For the cookies

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup chopped pecans or almonds

For the glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Cream butter and sugars: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with both the brown sugar and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which helps create a tender texture in the cookies.
  3. Add egg and vanilla: Mix in the large egg and vanilla extract thoroughly to combine, ensuring these liquids are well incorporated for flavor and structure.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and spice.
  5. Mix dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined, taking care not to overmix to keep cookies tender.
  6. Fold in nuts: Gently fold the chopped pecans or almonds into the dough, adding a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
  7. Shape cookies: Roll the dough into balls and place them spaced on the prepared baking sheet, then flatten them slightly to encourage even baking.
  8. Bake cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown, indicating they are perfectly baked.
  9. Cool cookies: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet or a cooling rack, preparing them for glazing.
  10. Prepare glaze: In a whisking bowl, combine powdered sugar, milk, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth and pourable.
  11. Glaze cookies: Drizzle the prepared glaze over the cooled cookies evenly for a sweet finishing touch, then allow the glaze to set before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming with sugars.
  • Do not overmix the dough once the dry ingredients are added to avoid tough cookies.
  • Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent cookies from sticking.
  • Allow cookies to cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting.
  • For nut allergy considerations, omit nuts or substitute with seeds if desired.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.

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