Chewy French Toast Cookie Delights

Imagine a cookie that brings Sunday brunch vibes to any day of the week, and you’ll get Chewy French Toast Cookie Delights. It’s like your favorite stack of French toast and a chewy cookie had a sweet, spicy love child. Perfectly crispy on the edges and soft in the middle, this treat is sprinkled with all the cozy flavors of cinnamon and vanilla. If you want your house to smell like a bakery while getting a sincere smile from your taste buds, this is your go-to bake.
Okay, confession time. My family is head-over-sneakers in love with these cookies. Especially my husband, who has been known to eat three in one sitting while our little one tries to mimic his enthusiasm – usually resulting in cookie crumbs everywhere. The first time I baked these, the intoxicating aroma pulled everyone into the kitchen, noses leading and eyes wide. Now, it’s become a thing in our house – weekend mornings, rainy afternoons, or really, any time I want everyone to come running!
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Why You’ll Love This Chewy French Toast Cookie Delights
– Think French toast but portable (who doesn’t want that?!).
– Makes your kitchen smell like a dream you don’t want to wake up from.
– Easy enough for when you’re feeling lazy but impressive enough for guests.
– Crispy edges meet gooey, soft centers – the ultimate cookie texture.
How to Make It
So, you’re going to want to start with melting some butter because who doesn’t love a bit of melted butter action? Toss in your sugars, keeping a close eye out to avoid eating it straight from the bowl (been there, oh yes). A splash of vanilla and a sprinkle of cinnamon give that French toast vibe without standing over a griddle. You’ll mix it all up like you’re conducting a dough symphony, and your reward? Spooning dough blobs onto a tray and watching them transform in the oven.
Ingredient Notes
– Butter: The backbone of chewy bliss; over-melting can lead to a crispy outcome.
– Cinnamon: Essential. Skimp, and you’re just eating a cookie. No magic.
– Brown Sugar: Deep, molasses-like flavor explosion. Optional to sub in maple syrup for a twist.
Recipe Steps
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl; let cool slightly.
3. Stir in brown sugar and granulated sugar until combined.
4. Mix in vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
5. Add flour gradually while stirring; form into dough.
6. Scoop dough onto baking tray, and bake for 10-12 minutes.
What to Serve It With
Tips & Mistakes
– Do not forget the parchment paper – unless you enjoy chiseling cookies off a tray.
– Awkward blobs make unique shapes, and that’s just charming, right?
Storage Tips
Store leftovers (ha, if there are any) in an airtight container. Cold cookies have their charm too – imagine it as chewy biscotti if you will. But fresh in the morning with coffee is chef’s kiss.
Variations and Substitutions
Want a little zing? Swap vanilla for almond extract. Out of brown sugar? Maple syrup or honey works magic, though the texture might differ slightly.
Frequently Asked Questions

Chewy French Toast Cookie Delights
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup milk whole
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
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