Description
Crackly on the outside, soft on the inside, and loaded with deep caramel and spice—these Brown Butter Cinnamon Crinkle Cookies are a must-try for anyone who loves cozy, bakery-style treats. Made with nutty brown butter and rolled in powdered sugar, they’re festive enough for holiday trays but easy enough for a weekday baking session. Whether you’re looking for quick dessert ideas, a simple holiday cookie, or a unique twist on cinnamon cookies, this easy recipe will become your go-to. Perfect for baking with kids, gifting, or adding to your list of sweet food ideas.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup brown sugar
0.5 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2.25 cups all-purpose flour
0.75 teaspoon baking soda
0.5 teaspoon salt
1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
0.75 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir constantly until it foams, then turns golden brown with a nutty aroma, about 5–7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the browned butter (including browned bits), brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract. Mix until glossy and fully incorporated.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined.
6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
7. Scoop dough into 1.5 tablespoon balls and roll each in powdered sugar generously.
8. Place on baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
9. Bake for 10–12 minutes until crinkled on top and lightly golden at edges.
10. Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
Always cool your browned butter before mixing to avoid melting the sugars or cooking the eggs.
If the dough feels too soft or sticky, chill it for 15–20 minutes before rolling.
Be generous with the powdered sugar for the best crinkle effect.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: brown butter cookies, cinnamon cookies, crinkle cookies, easy dessert, holiday cookies, spiced cookies