Description
These Easy Cinnamon Roll Cookies combine the classic flavors of cinnamon rolls in a convenient, bite-sized cookie form. Soft, buttery dough is rolled with a cinnamon sugar filling, baked to golden perfection, and finished with a sweet vanilla glaze for an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the dough.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed butter and sugar until fully combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Form the Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until a soft dough forms.
- Roll Out Dough: Divide the dough in half. On a floured surface, roll each half into a rectangle about ¼-inch thick to prepare for the filling.
- Add Filling: Brush each dough rectangle evenly with melted butter. Sprinkle the mixture of packed brown sugar and ground cinnamon evenly over the buttered surface.
- Roll and Chill: Tightly roll each rectangle into a log shape. Wrap both logs in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking.
- Slice Logs: Remove the chilled dough logs from the refrigerator and slice into ¼-inch thick rounds carefully to maintain shape.
- Bake Cookies: Place the slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden.
- Make the Glaze: While the cookies bake, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.
- Glaze Cookies: Once cookies are cooled, drizzle the glaze over the tops. Allow the glaze to set before serving.
- Serve and Store: Enjoy these cookies fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- For best results, make sure the butter for the dough is softened to room temperature to cream properly.
- Rolling the dough to an even thickness ensures uniform baking.
- Refrigerating the rolled dough logs helps maintain their shape when slicing into rounds.
- If glaze is too thick, add milk a teaspoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
- Cookies can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container or frozen to extend shelf life.
