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Crinkly Crackly Butter Toffee Sugar Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Gabriel
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: About 24 cookies 1x

Description

These Crinkly Crackly Butter Toffee Sugar Cookies are a delightful treat featuring a buttery, tender cookie base studded with crunchy toffee bits. Rolled in sugar before baking, they develop a signature crinkled, crackly top and a slightly golden edge, making them as visually appealing as they are delicious. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies combine classic flavors with a satisfying texture.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup toffee bits (such as Heath Bits o’ Brickle)

Coating

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes. This creates a creamy base full of air for tender cookies.
  3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined, ensuring the flavors incorporate evenly.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. This evenly distributes the leavening agents and salt throughout the flour.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough. Then stir in the toffee bits evenly, which will add bursts of sweetness and texture.
  6. Shape and Sugar Coat Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and roll each in the 1/4 cup granulated sugar. This coating helps create the signature crackly texture and shine on top of the cookies. Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  7. Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes until the edges turn lightly golden and the centers set but remain soft. The tops should have a slightly crinkled, crackly appearance.
  8. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, preserving their texture and preventing sogginess.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter is softened but not melted for the best creaming results.
  • Rolling the dough balls in sugar before baking is crucial to achieve the crinkled appearance and crackly texture on top.
  • You can substitute toffee bits with chocolate chips or chopped nuts for variation.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • For extra crispness, bake for an additional 1–2 minutes but watch carefully to avoid burning.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Toffee sugar cookies, crinkly cookies, butter cookies, crunchy cookies, homemade cookies, dessert, holiday baking

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