Description
These Cinnamon Roll Cookies capture the delicious flavors of classic cinnamon rolls in a convenient, easy-to-make cookie form. Soft, buttery, and perfectly spiced with cinnamon and brown sugar filling, they’re perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat any time of day.
Ingredients
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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
Filling
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready when your cookies are prepared.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon to evenly distribute the leavening and spice.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a separate bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract into the butter and sugar mixture until fully combined and smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the dough.
- Prepare Filling: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly to create the sweet cinnamon filling.
- Shape Dough and Add Filling: Lay half of the dough out on a piece of parchment paper and evenly sprinkle the cinnamon sugar filling over the surface. Carefully roll the dough into a tight log.
- Slice Dough: Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled dough into rounds about ½ inch thick and place them spaced on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
Notes
- Ensure butter is properly softened for easier creaming and better texture.
- Slice the dough into even rounds for uniform baking.
- Do not overmix the dough to maintain a tender crumb.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Cinnamon Roll Cookies, cinnamon cookies, easy cinnamon cookies, sweet snack, baked cookies
