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Cinnamon Roll Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these soft and flavorful Cinnamon Roll Cookies that capture the essence of classic cinnamon rolls in a convenient, bite-sized treat. With a tender dough swirled with a sweet cinnamon-sugar filling, these cookies are perfect for any occasion or a cozy snack with coffee or tea.

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 reaches the perfect temperature for baking the cookies evenly.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, ½ tsp salt, and 1 tsp ground cinnamon to distribute the leavening and spices thoroughly.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In another bowl, cream ½ cup softened unsalted butter with ½ cup granulated sugar and ½ cup packed brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the dough.
  4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in 1 large egg and 2 tsp vanilla extract to the creamed butter and sugars until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined to form the cookie dough, taking care not to overmix.
  6. Prepare Filling: Combine ½ cup packed brown sugar with 2 tsp ground cinnamon in a small bowl to create the sweet cinnamon filling.
  7. Shape Dough and Add Filling: Spread half of the dough onto a piece of parchment paper into a rectangle shape, sprinkle the cinnamon sugar filling evenly over the surface, then carefully roll it up tightly to create a spiral effect.
  8. Slice Rolls: Slice the rolled dough into rounds of about ½ inch thickness and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced slightly apart.
  9. Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the cookies are set. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming with sugars.
  • Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender.
  • Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and make rolling easier.
  • Cookies will firm up as they cool, so avoid overbaking to keep them soft.
  • Optionally, drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk for extra sweetness.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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