Looking for a cozy cookie that melts in your mouth with a hint of cinnamon warmth? These Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies are buttery-soft, coated in sweet cinnamon sugar, and irresistibly fluffy thanks to the secret ingredient: cream cheese! 🧀✨
They’re the kind of cookies you bake when the leaves are falling, your favorite sweater is calling, and you just want something soft, spiced, and completely comforting.
Ready for cookies that melt in your mouth? These cinnamon sugar pillows are fall in a bite!
✨ Super soft and tender, thanks to cream cheese
🍂 Wrapped in cinnamon sugar for the perfect sweet crust
🎁 Great for fall gifting, cookie swaps, or cozy nights
👩🍳 Easy to mix up—no fancy tools required!
In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth (about 1½–2 mins).
Add sugar and beat again until light and fluffy.
Mix in the egg and vanilla until fully combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing gently until a soft dough forms.
Cover the bowl and chill the dough for at least 1 hour. This helps the cookies hold their shape and enhances the texture.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment.
In a shallow bowl, stir together ⅓ cup sugar and 2 tsp cinnamon.
Scoop 1 tbsp dough portions and roll into balls.
Coat each dough ball fully in the cinnamon sugar.
Place cookies 2 inches apart on baking sheet.
Bake for 8–9 minutes. The tops won’t brown much—check the bottoms for a light golden color.
Cool 2–3 minutes on the tray, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
“Use a cookie scoop for even-sized cookies that bake beautifully every time.”
“Want to bake ahead? Roll the dough balls in cinnamon sugar and freeze. Bake from frozen with 1–2 extra minutes!”
Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Freezer: Freeze raw dough balls (sugar-coated) or baked cookies for up to 2 months.
These cinnamon cream cheese cookies are soft, fluffy, and full of sweet fall flavor. With a tender bite thanks to cream cheese and a sugary cinnamon coating, they’re everything you want in a cozy cookie. Great for gifting, snacking, or savoring with a mug of cider!
