Crispy Sugar-Cinnamon Delight Cookies
Indulge in these delightful crispy sugar-cinnamon cookies, which offer a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. With a wonderfully textured crackle top and a golden edge, these cookies are not only visually appealing but also a treat for your taste buds. Made with Butter Flavor Crisco, they achieve a remarkable crispness and wonderful flavor that regular butter just can't match. You can enhance them further by adding colorful red and green sugars for festive occasions or even mini chocolate chips for a chocolatey twist. This recipe yields a generous batch, making it perfect for sharing during holiday gatherings or cookie exchanges. Enjoy these fabulous cookies fresh out of the oven or store them to savor later!
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
white sugar
2 cups (granulated)
brown sugar
1 cup (packed)
Butter Flavor Crisco
2 cups (softened)
eggs
2 large (beaten)
vanilla extract
1-2 teaspoons (pure)
all-purpose flour
4 cups (do not sift)
cream of tartar
4 teaspoons (n/a)
baking soda
3 teaspoons (n/a)
salt
1 teaspoon (n/a)
white sugar (for rolling)
1/2 cup (granulated)
cinnamon
1/2-1 teaspoon (for rolling)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In an extra-large mixing bowl (a stand mixer works best), cream together the Butter Flavor Crisco, white sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until the mixture is fluffy and well combined.
3
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt without sifting.
4
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the creamed mixture, mixing well until fully incorporated.
5
Using your hands or a cookie scoop, roll the dough into walnut-sized balls (or larger if you prefer).
6
Prepare a cinnamon-sugar mixture by combining 1/2 cup of white sugar with 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, adjusting the cinnamon to taste.
7
Roll each dough ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until evenly coated.
8
Arrange the coated dough balls on a foil-lined baking sheet that has been lightly sprayed with cooking spray, giving them enough space to spread as they bake.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned. For crispier cookies, bake a few minutes longer.
10
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this cookie recipe?
The recipe is for Crispy Sugar-Cinnamon Delight Cookies.
What characterizes the appearance of these cookies?
These cookies feature a textured crackle top and golden edges.
What is the main fat used in this recipe?
The recipe uses Butter Flavor Crisco.
Why is Butter Flavor Crisco used instead of regular butter?
It achieves a remarkable crispness and flavor that regular butter cannot match.
How much white sugar is needed for the dough?
The dough requires 2 cups of granulated white sugar.
How much brown sugar is required?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of packed brown sugar.
How many eggs are in the recipe?
The recipe requires 2 large, beaten eggs.
How much vanilla extract should be added?
Use 1-2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract.
What is the quantity of all-purpose flour needed?
The recipe uses 4 cups of all-purpose flour.
Should the flour be sifted for this recipe?
No, the instructions specify not to sift the flour.
How much cream of tartar is used?
The recipe calls for 4 teaspoons of cream of tartar.
How much baking soda is required?
You will need 3 teaspoons of baking soda.
How much salt is included in the dough?
The recipe includes 1 teaspoon of salt.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
What is the first step in mixing the dough?
Cream together the Butter Flavor Crisco, white sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until fluffy.
How should the dry ingredients be added?
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the creamed mixture, mixing well until fully incorporated.
What size should the dough balls be rolled into?
Roll the dough into walnut-sized balls, or larger if you prefer.
What are the ingredients for the rolling mixture?
The rolling mixture consists of 1/2 cup white sugar and 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
Can I adjust the amount of cinnamon used for coating?
Yes, you can adjust the cinnamon to your personal taste.
How do you prepare the baking sheet for these cookies?
Line the baking sheet with foil and lightly spray it with cooking spray.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake them for 10-12 minutes.
How can I make the cookies extra crispy?
For crispier cookies, bake them for a few minutes longer than the standard 10-12 minutes.
What is the visual cue that the cookies are done?
The edges should be lightly browned.
How should the cookies be cooled?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
How can I make these cookies festive for the holidays?
You can add colorful red and green sugars for a festive look.
What is a recommended addition for a chocolatey twist?
Adding mini chocolate chips is a great way to create a chocolatey version.
Is this recipe good for large groups?
Yes, it yields a generous batch perfect for holiday gatherings or cookie exchanges.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients in total.
What type of mixer is suggested for this recipe?
A stand mixer works best for this recipe.
How should the cookies be stored?
They can be enjoyed fresh or stored to be savored later.