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Crinkly Crackly Butter Toffee Sugar Cookies Recipe

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

Description

These Crinkly Crackly Butter Toffee Sugar Cookies are a delightful treat featuring a buttery, tender crumb packed with sweet toffee bits. Rolled in sugar before baking, they develop a beautiful crackled top and a satisfyingly crisp edge with a soft center. Perfect for holiday baking or any occasion that calls for a comforting, flavorful cookie.

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 the oven and prepare baking sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  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 to 3 minutes.
  3. Add egg and vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes smooth and fully combined.
  4. Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and salt.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain tender cookies. Stir in the toffee bits evenly throughout the dough.
  6. Shape and coat dough balls: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll each ball into the 1/4 cup granulated sugar, coating thoroughly. Place the coated dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets to allow room for spreading.
  7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set but still soft. The tops of the cookies should have a distinctive crinkly, crackled appearance.
  8. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Make sure butter is softened to room temperature for easy creaming.
  • Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to avoid tough cookies.
  • Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and promote even baking.
  • Toffee bits add a crunchy texture and sweet caramel flavor; you can substitute with chopped nuts if preferred.
  • Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Cookies
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: butter toffee cookies, crinkly top sugar cookies, toffee sugar cookies, homemade cookies, holiday cookies, soft sugar cookies

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