Cinnamon Sugar Cloud Cookies (Print View)
Soft, fluffy treats with cinnamon sugar and a velvety cream cheese frosting for a dreamy dessert experience.
# Components:
→ For the Cookies
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons cornstarch
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
07 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
08 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
09 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
10 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
11 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
12 - 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
→ For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping
13 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
14 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ For the Cream Cheese Frosting
15 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
16 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
17 - 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
18 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
19 - Pinch of salt
# Directions:
01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon for the cookie dough.
03 - In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and packed light brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
04 - Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the pure vanilla extract and full-fat sour cream until the mixture is smooth.
05 - Gradually add the combined dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed just until the ingredients are incorporated. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender cookie texture.
06 - In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the cookie topping.
07 - Using a medium cookie scoop or a spoon, portion approximately 2-tablespoon mounds of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Ensure they are spaced about 2 inches apart.
08 - Generously sprinkle the prepared cinnamon sugar topping over each mound of cookie dough.
09 - Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are set but the centers still appear slightly underbaked. This timing is crucial for achieving a soft, cloud-like texture.
10 - Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11 - While the cookies are cooling, prepare the frosting. Beat the softened cream cheese and softened unsalted butter together until smooth. Add the sifted powdered sugar, pure vanilla extract, and salt, and continue beating until the frosting is fluffy.
12 - Once the cookies are completely cool, spread or pipe the cream cheese frosting onto the top of each cookie.
13 - Optionally, sprinkle additional cinnamon sugar over the frosted cookies before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Uses easy pantry ingredients you might already have on hand
- Super soft and pillowy texture that stays fresh for days
- No chilling required ready in about a half hour
- Kids love helping with the frosting and cinnamon sugar topping
02 -
- These cookies are high in comfort appeal and simple to make with no chill time
- Great for making ahead and freezing or for parties because they stay soft even days later
- You can easily swap the sour cream for Greek yogurt if that is what you have