Soft and Chewy Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies
These soft and chewy cinnamon roll sugar cookies blend the comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls with the delightful texture of sugar cookies, making them perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it is fresh for best results.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder Ensure it is fresh for best results.
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use room temperature for better mixing.
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Filling
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For Optional Frosting
- ½ cup powdered sugar Optional for frosting.
- 1 tablespoon milk Optional for frosting.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until everything is well incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until you have a soft dough.
- In a small bowl, combine the light brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon to create the cinnamon filling.
- Roll the cookie dough out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangular shape, about ¼ inch thick.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon filling evenly over the rolled-out dough.
- Carefully roll the dough into a tight log, starting from one edge to the other.
- Slice the log into ½ inch thick rounds and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
Baking
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges begin to turn golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting (Optional)
- If you want to add frosting, whisk the powdered sugar with milk to create a smooth consistency, then drizzle over the cooled cookies.
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Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to a week. You can freeze them for up to three months.