Description
Cinnamon Roll Cookies are a delightful fusion of soft, chewy cookies and the classic flavors of cinnamon rolls. Imagine warm cookies swirled with gooey cinnamon, topped with a sweet icing that transports you to cozy family gatherings. These treats are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack, sure to impress friends and family alike. With simple ingredients and an easy preparation method, you’ll be enjoying these irresistible cookies in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light)
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2 tbsp milk (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add the egg and mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients until fully combined.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Spread softened butter over it, then sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into 12 equal pieces. Place on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden around the edges.
- While cooling, mix powdered sugar and milk to create icing. Drizzle over warm cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg