Here’s a Copycat Recipe for Archway Cinnamon Crisp Cookies! These cookies are soft, cinnamon-spiced, and have that perfect balance of crispiness and chewiness. If you love the classic cinnamon crisps from Archway, you can recreate them at home with this simple recipe.
Cinnamon Crisp Cookies (Archway Copycat)
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (optional, for a bit of texture)
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar (for coating)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream the Butter and Sugars:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer or by hand until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
4. Add the Egg and Vanilla:
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated. Add the milk and continue mixing until smooth.
5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. If you’re using oats, fold them in at this stage for a bit of texture.
6. Form the Cookies:
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, form tablespoon-sized balls of dough. Roll each dough ball in cinnamon sugar to coat it evenly.
7. Bake the Cookies:
- Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Press them down slightly with your fingers or the back of a spoon to flatten them a bit.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set. Keep an eye on them to avoid overbaking as you want a slightly chewy center.
8. Cool:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips:
- Crispier Texture: If you prefer the cookies to be a bit crispier, flatten them more before baking.
- Add More Spice: For a stronger cinnamon flavor, increase the cinnamon by 1/2 teaspoon.
- For a Chewier Cookie: You can slightly underbake the cookies (by a minute or so) to keep them softer and chewier.
These Cinnamon Crisp Cookies capture the essence of Archway’s classic treats — perfectly cinnamon-sugary, soft with just the right amount of crispiness. Enjoy these fresh, homemade cookies with a glass of milk or coffee!
