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Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cookies

Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cookies That Will Ignite Your Sweet Tooth

Chewy Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cookies that combine the nostalgic flavor of childhood with a delightful crunch. Perfect for sharing or enjoying alone!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Consider swapping for whole wheat flour for a denser texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adjust quantity based on your personal taste.
  • a pinch salt Sea salt gives a deeper, more nuanced taste.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature) Make sure it's softened for even mixing.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar Brown sugar works too, adding moisture.
  • ½ cup light brown sugar Dark brown sugar intensifies the molasses notes.
  • 1 large egg Swap with a flax egg for an egg-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Using high-quality extract elevates flavor.
  • 1 cup crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal Can substitute with any similar cereal.
For the Icing
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar Honey or agave syrup makes for a great vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons milk Any type of milk works, including non-dairy varieties.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • medium-sized bowl
  • Stand Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Cookie Scoop or Tablespoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until just combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed.
  6. Fold in the crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal until evenly combined.
  7. Drop about 3 tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.
  8. Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
  9. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Prepare icing by whisking together the confectioners' sugar, milk, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
  11. Drizzle the icing over each cooled cookie for a fun presentation.
  12. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, avoid over-mixing the dough and ensure your butter is at room temperature to maintain the desired texture.

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