Cinnamon Roll Cookies Recipe

Introduction

Cinnamon Roll Cookies capture the warm, sweet flavors of classic cinnamon rolls in a bite-sized treat. These cookies are soft, flavorful, and perfect for sharing with family or enjoying alongside your morning coffee.

Ingredients

• 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

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Step 2: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
3. Step 3: In another bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
4. Step 4: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Step 5: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
6. Step 6: Prepare the filling by combining brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
7. Step 7: Spread half of the dough onto parchment paper, sprinkle evenly with the filling, then roll it up tightly.
8. Step 8: Slice the roll into rounds and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Step 9: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies turn golden brown.

Tips & Variations

• For extra gooey cookies, add a drizzle of cream cheese glaze once cooled.
• Try adding chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the filling for added texture.
• Keep the dough chilled before rolling to make it easier to handle.

Storage

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 2 months and thaw at room temperature. Reheat briefly in a microwave or oven for a freshly baked feel.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use melted butter instead of softened butter?

Softened butter helps create the right texture for these cookies. Melted butter may result in a denser dough, so it’s best to use softened butter as instructed.

How do I prevent the cookies from spreading too much while baking?

Chilling the dough before rolling and slicing helps maintain the shape during baking. Also, avoid over-creaming the butter and sugar to keep the dough firm.

Cinnamon Roll Cookies Recipe

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Cinnamon Roll Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic cinnamon roll, featuring soft, buttery cookie dough rolled with a sweet cinnamon-sugar filling. These bite-sized treats bake quickly to golden perfection, offering all the comforting flavors of traditional cinnamon rolls in a convenient cookie form. Perfect for sharing or enjoying alongside a cup of coffee or tea.

• Author: Rico
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 27 minutes
• Yield: 24 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

Filling

• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is at the right temperature for baking the cookies.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon to evenly distribute the leavening and spices.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In another large bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture becomes fluffy and light in color.
4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and well combined.
5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
6. Prepare Filling: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and ground cinnamon which will be used as the sweet filling.
7. Assemble Rolls: Spread half of the dough evenly onto a sheet of parchment paper. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar filling evenly over the dough, then carefully roll the dough up tightly using the parchment paper to help form a log.
8. Slice Cookies: Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled dough into ½-inch thick rounds and place them spaced apart on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until they turn golden brown around the edges and are slightly firm to the touch.
10. Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a cooling rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

• Do not overmix the dough once the dry ingredients are added to keep the cookies tender.
• For extra flavor, consider drizzling a simple vanilla glaze on top after cooling.
• Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.
• Chilling the dough before rolling can make it easier to handle and create neater rolls.
• You can adjust the cinnamon amount in the filling to suit your taste preference.

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