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Cinnamon Roll Cookies

A delightful combination of traditional cinnamon roll flavors in a soft and easy cookie form.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Use a sturdy all-purpose flour for the best texture.
  • 1 tsp baking powder This helps the cookies rise beautifully.
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon A touch of spice that brings warmth.
  • ½ tsp salt Enhances all the flavors.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened Choose unsalted to better control the saltiness of your treats.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar For that gentle sweetness.
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed Gives a rich, caramel note.
  • 1 large egg Adds moisture and helps bind everything together.
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract A splash of flavor that makes it all better.
Filling
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed More of that sweet caramel flavor.
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon Because who doesn’t want more cinnamon?

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Prepare the filling by combining brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
  7. Spread half of the dough on a sheet of parchment paper and sprinkle with the filling.
  8. Roll it up tightly and slice into rounds.
  9. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.

Notes

Time-saving trick: Make the dough a day ahead! Refrigerate it overnight to enhance the flavors. Try adding chopped nuts or raisins to the filling for an extra crunch.