Name: Gilmore Girls Coffee Cake Cookies Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup softened butter; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1 cup brown sugar; 1 egg; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (325 grams); 1/4 cup softened butter; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1/3 – 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; Pinch of salt; 1/2 cup powdered sugar; 1 tbsp milk; Splash of vanilla extract

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Introduction

These Delectable Gilmore Girls Coffee Cake Cookies bring together the beloved flavors of cinnamon, brown sugar, and a crumbly streusel topping into a delightful handheld treat. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any cozy occasion, they offer the comforting taste of coffee cake in cookie form.

The image shows three large cookies on a white marbled surface, each cookie having a golden brown color with a crumbly, slightly cracked texture. The cookie in the center has a layer of crumbly topping with a drizzle of white icing spread unevenly across the top in thin lines. The other cookies have similar crumbly textures but no icing. To the right, there is a golden honey dipper with some honey spilled on the white parchment paper beneath it. In the top left corner, part of a white plate is visible, holding one cookie. At the very top, there are small white flowers with thin green stems. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1/2 cup softened butter
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup brown sugar
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla
2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 1/2 cups flour (325 grams)

Streusel Topping

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

Icing Drizzle

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

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking.
Step 2: In a mixing bowl, blend softened butter, vegetable oil, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
Step 3: Add the egg and vanilla to the mixture and stir until well combined.
Step 4: Gradually mix in cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and flour. Stir just until combined; avoid overmixing.
Step 5: For the streusel, combine softened butter, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a separate bowl. Mix until it holds together but remains crumbly. Add a tablespoon of flour at a time if the mixture is too loose.
Step 6: Using a large cookie scoop, form dough balls on a lined baking sheet.
Step 7: Press an indent into the top of each dough ball using the back of the scoop or your fingers.
Step 8: Fill each indent with a generous amount of the streusel topping.
Step 9: Bake the cookies at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, until they are golden around the edges.
Step 10: Meanwhile, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla together until the icing is smooth and pourable.
Step 11: Once cookies have cooled slightly, drizzle the icing generously over the tops for a sweet finish.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of nutmeg into the dough along with cinnamon.
If you prefer a thicker icing, add less milk or chill the icing briefly before drizzling.
Use brown butter instead of regular butter for a deeper, nuttier taste.
Freeze shaped cookie dough balls before baking to help maintain their shape.

Storage

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze the baked cookies for up to 2 months. Reheat briefly in a low oven or microwave before serving to refresh their softness and bring out the flavors.

How to Serve

A stack of four round cookies with a light golden-brown color sits on a small white dish, each cookie topped with rough crumbles and drizzled with thin white icing. Around the stack, four similar cookies lie flat on a white marbled surface, also decorated with crumbles and white icing lines. To the side, a vintage spoon with a dark handle holds some white icing. In the background, soft green leaves and a clear glass bowl with more icing add a fresh look to the scene. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking flour blend. Make sure to check that your baking powder and other ingredients are gluten-free as well.

How do I prevent the streusel from falling off?

Press the streusel firmly into the indent of each cookie dough ball before baking. This helps it adhere better and reduces the chance of it falling off after baking.