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Cinnamon Roll Cookies

Cinnamon Roll Cookies
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Soft, gooey Cinnamon Roll Cookies bursting with warm cinnamon sugar flavor, combining the comforting taste of classic cinnamon rolls with the convenience of a handheld cookie. Perfectly balanced in sweetness and spice, these cookies offer a melt-in-your-mouth texture and an irresistible cinnamon swirl, ideal for sharing or enjoying as a cozy sweet treat.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Cinnamon Sugar Filling

  • ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Optional Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk or cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Begin by creaming together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well. Gradually add the dry ingredients—flour, baking powder, salt—until a soft dough forms.
  2. Make the Cinnamon Sugar Filling: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar with ground cinnamon thoroughly. This mixture will create the warm, fragrant swirl inside each cookie.
  3. Roll and Layer: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a large rectangle approximately ¼ inch thick. Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon sugar filling over the dough, then carefully roll it up tightly like a jelly roll, sealing the edge to hold the filling inside.
  4. Slice and Arrange: Using a sharp knife, cut the rolled dough into slices about one inch thick. Place the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them slightly apart to allow for spreading during baking.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Bake the cookies in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft and gooey. Remove promptly to avoid overbaking.
  6. Optional Glaze: While cookies cool, whisk powdered sugar with milk or cream until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the warm cookies for a creamy, sweet finish.

Notes

  • Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for a smooth, consistent dough.
  • Do not overbake; remove cookies once edges are golden to keep centers soft.
  • Chill the rolled dough briefly before slicing to maintain clean cinnamon swirls and reduce spreading.
  • Use freshly ground cinnamon for the most vibrant and potent flavor.
  • Adjust the ratio of brown sugar and granulated sugar to control sweetness and chewiness to your liking.

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