Imagine biting into a cookie that whispers sweet memories of grandma's kitchen, where warmth and cinnamon dance together in perfect harmony. These Old Time Cinnamon Jumbles aren't just cookies—they're time machines crafted from butter, sugar, and pure nostalgia. With a crisp exterior, soft interior, and a heavenly cinnamon aroma that will make your entire home smell like comfort, these traditional American treats are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 36 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 3-5 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
- Add the large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Make sure there are no lumps in the dry ingredients.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- If you are using chopped nuts, fold them into the dough at this stage until evenly distributed.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set but still soft.
- Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, store the Old Time Cinnamon Jumbles in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is genuinely softened, not melted—room temperature is key for achieving that perfect cookie texture.
- Don't skip creaming the butter and sugars thoroughly; this process incorporates air and creates a lighter cookie.
- For extra flavor, consider toasting your chopped nuts before adding them to the dough.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and even baking.
- Watch your cookies carefully during the last few minutes of baking—they can go from perfectly golden to overdone quickly.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before storing to prevent moisture buildup.
- For an extra touch of indulgence, dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar or drizzle with a light cinnamon glaze.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 35mg
