Description
Cinnamon Sugar Praline Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect combination of sweet, warm, and nutty flavors. With a delightful mix of chocolate chips, crunchy nuts, and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar, these cookies are sure to become a favorite. The added touch of a praline-like flavor comes from the optional pecans or walnuts, making them an indulgent treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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- 1 tsp baking soda
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- ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
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- ½ cup granulated sugar
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- 2 large eggs
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- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Mix-ins:
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- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
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- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, for a praline flavor)
For Topping:
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- ¼ cup granulated sugar
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- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
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- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to preheat. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
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- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt by whisking them together.
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- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy (about 3 minutes). Incorporate the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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- Add Mix-ins: Gently fold in the chocolate chips and, if using, the chopped pecans or walnuts. The addition of nuts provides a delightful praline flavor and a satisfying crunch to the cookies.
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- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the ¼ cup granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
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- Shape the Dough: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of cookie dough and roll them into balls. Roll each dough ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture, coating it evenly.
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- Bake: Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each ball. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers remain soft. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Room Temperature Butter: Ensure that the butter is softened to room temperature for smooth mixing and a light, airy texture in your cookies.
- Chill Dough for Best Results: For thicker cookies that hold their shape, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking. This helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
- Storage Flexibility: Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze them for up to 2 months for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22 grams
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 11 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 26 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: Cinnamon Sugar Cookies, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Praline Cookies, Cinnamon Chocolate Chip Cookies, Homemade Cookies