Creating The BEST Cinnamon Cookie is a breeze when you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In another bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Chill Dough: Refrigerate the dough for about 10-15 minutes for easier handling.
7. Prepare Rolling Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the ½ cup of granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons of cinnamon.
8. Form Cookies: Roll small balls of dough (about 1 tablespoon each) and then roll them in the sugar-cinnamon mixture.
9. Bake Cookies: Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them, and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

By following these steps, you’ll end up with a warm batch that is sure to please!