The Ultimate Cinnamon Roll Cookies Recipe
These cinnamon roll cookies combine the flavors of classic cinnamon rolls in a delightful cookie form, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar for icing
- 2 tablespoons milk for icing
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract for icing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Mix cinnamon and granulated sugar for the filling in a small bowl.
- Take 2 tablespoons of dough, flatten it, place 1 teaspoon of filling in the center, and seal it.
- Roll the dough into a ball and place it on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden, then cool on a wire rack.
- Whisk together icing ingredients and drizzle over cooled cookies.
Notes
For best results, allow the cookies to cool completely before icing.