Cinnamon Roll Cookies
These Cinnamon Roll Cookies combine the comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls with the fun shape of cookies, making them perfect for sharing or enjoying with coffee.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour For the base of the cookies
- 1 tsp baking powder To help cookies rise
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon Adds the classic cinnamon flavor
- ½ tsp salt Enhances flavor
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is softened, not melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar Sweetens the dough
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed Adds moisture and flavor
- 1 large egg Bind the ingredients
- 2 tsp vanilla extract Enhances flavor
Filling Ingredients
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed For a sweet filling
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon Adds the classic cinnamon flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with the granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Prepare the filling by combining brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Spread half of the dough on parchment paper, sprinkle with filling, and roll it up tightly.
- Slice into rounds and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Freeze them for up to three months in a freezer bag.