Cinnamon Roll Cookies
Delicious and easy-to-make cookies that capture the cozy flavor of cinnamon rolls, perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure the butter is at room temperature.
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Filling
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
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 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 the 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 leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze them for up to three months, separated by parchment paper to prevent sticking. Adjust the amount of cinnamon in the filling to your taste.