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Gilmore Girls Coffee Cake Cookies Recipe

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Celebrate the charm of Stars Hollow with these delectable Gilmore Girls Coffee Cake Cookies. Featuring a soft cinnamon-infused dough, a crumbly streusel topping, and a luscious icing drizzle, these cookies perfectly capture the cozy, sweet essence of a classic coffee cake in a handheld treat. Ideal for Thanksgiving dessert or any time you want to indulge in a comforting, flavorful cookie inspired by the beloved TV series.

Ingredients

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Cinnamon Dough Magic

  • 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 flour (325 grams)

Irresistible Streusel Topping

  • 1/4 cup softened butter
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Luscious Icing Drizzle

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp milk
  • Splash of vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the cookies evenly.
  2. Make the Cinnamon Dough: In a mixing bowl, blend the softened butter, vegetable oil, and brown sugar until fluffy and smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly. Gradually stir in the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until just combined, forming a soft dough.
  3. Prepare the Streusel Topping: In a separate bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Mix until the mixture sticks together but remains crumbly. If too loose, add flour 1 tablespoon at a time until the desired crumbly but holdable texture is achieved.
  4. Shape the Cookies: Use a large cookie scoop to place dough balls onto a lined baking sheet. Press an indent into the center of each dough ball using the back of the scoop or your fingers.
  5. Add Streusel Filling: Generously spoon the prepared streusel topping into each indentation on the dough balls, creating a flavorful center for each cookie.
  6. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven at 350°F for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown and the streusel topping is set.
  7. Prepare Icing Drizzle: While the cookies bake, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and runny, suitable for drizzling.
  8. Finish and Serve: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Drizzle the icing generously over each cookie before serving to add a sweet finishing touch.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of flour in the streusel topping gradually to achieve the perfect crumbly texture.
  • Make sure the butter and egg are at room temperature for easier mixing and better dough consistency.
  • Do not overbake the cookies; remove them when edges are golden to keep them soft and moist inside.
  • The icing can be adjusted in consistency by adding more milk to thin or more powdered sugar to thicken.
  • These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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