Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies
Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies are the ultimate sweet treat that combines the delicious flavors of classic cinnamon rolls with the delightful texture of soft sugar cookies. These buttery cookies are swirled with a rich cinnamon filling and topped with a sweet glaze, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or simply enjoying an afternoon snack, these irresistible cookies will satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your guests. With straightforward preparation steps, this recipe is easy to follow and yields about 20 delectable cookies that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: About 20 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (for filling)
- ⅓ cup brown sugar (for filling)
- 1 ½ tsp cinnamon (for filling)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tbsp milk (for glaze)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until fully combined.
- Roll the dough into a rectangle (about ¼-inch thick) between two sheets of parchment paper.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the filling. Spread evenly over the rolled-out dough.
- Carefully roll the dough into a log shape, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Remove chilled dough from refrigeration and slice into rounds approximately ¼-inch thick. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg