Description

Enjoy Cinnamon Roll Cookies, a delightful treat that captures the essence of classic cinnamon rolls in a convenient cookie form. These cookies are soft, chewy, and swirled with a sweet cinnamon-sugar filling, finished with a simple glaze. They are perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Cookies:

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)

For the Cinnamon Filling:

1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

For the Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) to the butter mixture. Mix until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to form the cookie dough.
In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until smooth and well blended for the cinnamon filling.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the cookie dough into a rectangle (about 1/4 inch thick).
Evenly spread the cinnamon filling over the rolled-out dough.
Starting from one long side, carefully roll up the dough into a log. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up.
Once chilled, remove the log from the refrigerator and slice it into 1/2-inch thick rounds to create your cinnamon swirl cookies.
Arrange the cookie slices on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
While the cookies are baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth to make the glaze. Adjust consistency as needed.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top of your cinnamon roll inspired cookies.
Serve the finished cinnamon roll cookies warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For added texture, incorporate chopped pecans or walnuts into the cinnamon filling.
Experiment with nutmeg or ginger in the filling for a unique twist.
Add chocolate chips to the dough for a chocolatey cinnamon roll cookie variation.
Store Cinnamon Roll Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
For longer storage, freeze the cookies, tightly wrapped, for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Category: Desserts
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 75mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 15mg

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