Description
These Cinnamon Roll Cookies combine the warm, spiced flavors of cinnamon rolls with the convenient format of cookies. Soft, buttery, and swirled with cinnamon sugar, these cookies will become your new favorite treat for breakfast or dessert!
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Ingredients
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For the Cookie Dough:
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Sugar Filling:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Cookie Dough
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the softened butter and granulated sugar until creamy and light in color (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until fully combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
Step 2: Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar Filling
- In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Roll out the cookie dough into a rectangle on a piece of parchment paper (about 1/4 inch thick).
- Spread the cinnamon sugar filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border on all sides.
Step 3: Roll & Slice the Dough
- Starting from one side, carefully roll the dough into a log.
- Slice the dough log into ½-inch thick rounds.
Step 4: Bake the Cookies
- Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 5: Glaze the Cookies
- While the cookies are cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to make the glaze.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies.
Notes
- Don’t Overwork the Dough – Over-mixing can make the cookies tough.
- Chill the Dough – If the dough gets too sticky while rolling, refrigerate it for 10-15 minutes before rolling.
- For Extra Cinnamon Flavor – Add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom to the cinnamon sugar filling.