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Cozy Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon School Bus Cookies

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These cozy frosted brown sugar cinnamon school bus cookies are soft, warmly spiced treats perfect for kids’ parties and cozy gatherings. The brown sugar and cinnamon blend creates a nostalgic, comforting flavor, complemented by a creamy yellow frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (220g) dark brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1–2 tbsp whole milk
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • Yellow gel food coloring
  • Optional decorations: black edible markers or piping gel, mini chocolate chips or black sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter with 1 cup packed dark brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Beat in 1 large room-temperature egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or folding gently until a soft dough forms. Chill dough 15-20 minutes if sticky.
  6. Lightly flour work surface and roll dough to about ¼-inch (6mm) thickness. Cut shapes with school bus cookie cutter and place 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges just start to turn golden. Cookies should remain soft.
  8. Transfer cookies to wire racks and cool completely before frosting.
  9. Beat 3 tablespoons softened butter with 2 cups sifted powdered sugar, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon vanilla. Add 1-2 tablespoons milk gradually until spreadable consistency is reached. Stir in yellow gel food coloring.
  10. Spread frosting evenly on each cookie with a small spatula or butter knife. Decorate with edible markers or piping gel for windows and wheels.
  11. Let cookies sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to allow frosting to set before serving.

Notes

Use softened but cool butter for best dough texture. Chill dough if sticky for easier rolling. Avoid overbaking to keep cookies soft. Adjust milk in frosting for spreadability. Freshly ground cinnamon enhances flavor. Decorate with kids for fun. Cookies keep fresh 3 days at room temperature; freeze unfrosted for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: brown sugar cookies, cinnamon cookies, school bus cookies, kids party cookies, frosted cookies, easy cookie recipe, soft cookies, cinnamon frosting

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