Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cookie Recipe

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with nostalgic cereal flavor and cinnamon-sugar goodness. These cookies combine buttery dough with crushed cereal pieces for a delightful crunch and warm spice in every bite. Perfect for cereal lovers, bake sales, or a fun dessert twist on a childhood favorite.

ingredients

this Recipe

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

unsalted buttersugarbrown sugareggvanilla extractall-purpose flourbaking sodasaltground cinnamonCinnamon Toast Crunch cereal (crushed and whole for topping)

directions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Add egg and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

Fold in crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal.

Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet and top each cookie with a few whole cereal pieces for extra crunch.

Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are just set.

Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Servings and timing

This recipe yields approximately 18–20 cookies.
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Baking time: 10–12 minutes
Total time: 20–25 minutes

Variations

Drizzle with icing or white chocolate for extra sweetness.

Add a pinch of nutmeg or a dash of maple extract for fall vibes.

Mix in white chocolate chips or chopped pecans for added texture.

Use cinnamon chips for a double cinnamon twist.

storage/reheating

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months—thaw at room temp.
To reheat, microwave for 5–8 seconds for a just-baked feel.

FAQs

Can I use cereal dust from the bottom of the box?

Yes, it adds extra flavor and texture to the dough.

Will the cereal stay crunchy?

Some will soften in the dough, but topping with whole cereal helps retain crunch.

Can I make the dough ahead?

Yes, chill the dough for up to 24 hours before baking.

Can I freeze the dough?

Yes, portion dough into balls and freeze—bake from frozen with 1–2 extra minutes.

Is this recipe kid-friendly?

Very! It’s fun, sweet, and filled with familiar flavors.

Can I use margarine?

Butter gives the best flavor and texture, but margarine can work in a pinch.

What kind of flour works best?

All-purpose flour is ideal for this recipe.

Can I make it gluten-free?

Yes, use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour and check that the cereal is gluten-free.

Can I make these smaller?

Yes, use a smaller scoop and reduce bake time by 1–2 minutes.

Do they spread?

Yes, slightly—leave space between cookies on the baking sheet.

Conclusion

Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cookies are a deliciously playful dessert with soft centers, crispy edges, and that signature cinnamon-sugar crunch. Whether you’re baking for a nostalgic treat or introducing a new favorite, these cookies deliver cozy, cereal-packed flavor in every bite.

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