Description
These Easy Cinnamon Roll Cookies bring the delightful flavors of a traditional cinnamon roll into a fun cookie form, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, stirring until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually incorporate this into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Divide the dough in half and roll each portion into a rectangle approximately ¼-inch thick on a floured surface.
- Brush each rectangle with the melted butter and sprinkle an even layer of the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture across the dough.
- Carefully roll each rectangle tightly into a log shape. Wrap each log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Once chilled, slice the logs into ¼-inch thick rounds and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Once the cookies have cooled, drizzle the glaze over them and let it set.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for later enjoyment.
Notes
Chilling the dough is key to prevent spreading. Feel free to experiment with spices or glaze variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg