Gather ‘round, cookie lovers! Today, we dive into a sweet, creamy wonderland with these Easy Cream Cheese Cinnamon Christmas Cookies! Not only do they melt in your mouth, but they also make your house smell like a magical cinnamon factory. Let’s roll up our sleeves and get baking!
Prepare for Deliciousness
First, if you’re not already salivating, you will be in just a moment. Here’s the image of our dreamy, cinnamon-infused creations! Ready, set, drool:
Ingredients Galore!
Alright, time to gather our little troops of ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need for this cookie extravaganza:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for that extra sweet touch)
- 1 tbsp milk (because hydration is key)
- Cinnamon sugar for dusting (optional, but highly recommended!)
Let the Baking Begin!
Now that we have all the ingredients in one place, it’s time to unleash your inner baker:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Let’s get that heat going!
- In a large bowl, combine your softened cream cheese and butter. Mix them well until they are as smooth as a baby’s bottom.
- Gradually add in the sugar and mix until it’s fluffy and well blended. You can do a little dance here; it helps with the fluffiness!
- Next, crack in that egg and pour in the vanilla extract. Mix it all up again—so you’re mixing, not just breathing in the heavenly smell!
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Combine the dry and wet ingredients, mixing until just combined and fully mixed.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet. They don’t need to be perfect—remember, we’re going for rustic charm! Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar if you’re feeling extra generous.
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. If you can resist, let them cool first!
- While they cool, whisk up the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over your cookies like a pro.
Now that you’ve achieved cookie greatness, it’s time to share—unless you want to keep them all to yourself (we won’t judge!). Enjoy these little bites of happiness, and don’t forget to play holiday tunes while you indulge!
source: yummiestfood.com
