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Cinnamon Roll Cookies

Cinnamon Roll Cookies
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These Cinnamon Roll Cookies combine the warm, gooey texture and rich cinnamon flavor of classic cinnamon rolls with the convenience of a cookie. Soft and melt-in-your-mouth, they’re topped with a luscious vanilla glaze that perfectly complements their cinnamon spice. Easy to make with common ingredients, these cookies are ideal for snacks, desserts, or holiday treats, and can be customized with various icing options and ingredient swaps to suit dietary needs.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Icing

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk or cream
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Cream together the softened unsalted butter with both granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients— all-purpose flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon— until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
  2. Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into small balls approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Gently flatten each ball with your fingers or the bottom of a glass to form a round disk that mimics the swirl shape of a cinnamon roll.
  3. Bake to Perfection: Arrange the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat, spacing them at least 2 inches apart to allow gentle spreading. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
  4. Add the Icing: While the cookies cool slightly on a wire rack, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar with a splash of milk or cream and vanilla extract until smooth and drizzle-able. Generously drizzle the icing over the warm cookies to complete the cinnamon roll cookie experience.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth dough and even baking.
  • Do not overmix the batter to maintain soft, gooey texture.
  • Measure flour by spooning and leveling to avoid dry or dense cookies.
  • Watch baking time closely; remove cookies when edges are set but centers are soft.
  • Customize icing thickness by adding liquid gradually to reach desired drizzle consistency.
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent cookies from spreading too much.
  • Optional additions: chopped nuts, extra spices like nutmeg or cardamom, or substitute with gluten-free flour or vegan alternatives as needed.

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