Cinnamon Roll Cookies
A delightful twist on the classic cinnamon roll, these cookies offer a soft, chewy texture and a rich cinnamon flavor, perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients
For the cookie dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
For the filling
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined.
Filling and Shaping
- In a small bowl, mix the remaining ½ cup of brown sugar with the 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon.
- Roll half of the dough into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick.
- Spread the cinnamon-sugar filling evenly over the rolled dough.
- Starting from one edge, roll the dough tightly into a log shape and slice into ½-inch rounds.
- Place the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are light golden brown.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
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Notes
These cookies can be glazed with powdered sugar and milk for added sweetness. They pair well with coffee, chai tea, or hot chocolate.