Description
These easy cinnamon roll cookies combine soft cookie dough, sweet cinnamon sugar filling, and a smooth vanilla glaze, creating a portable treat perfect for holidays, brunch, or any occasion. Delightfully soft and packed with the comforting flavors of classic cinnamon rolls, these cookies are a must-try!
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
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
For the Cinnamon Sugar Filling:
½ cup brown sugar, packed
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients to form a soft dough.
- Roll Out:
- Divide the dough in half and roll each portion into a rectangle about ¼-inch thick on a floured surface.
- Add Filling:
- Brush each rectangle with melted butter.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly across the dough.
- Roll and Chill:
- Roll the dough tightly into logs. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Slice and Bake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice the chilled logs into ¼-inch rounds and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Glaze:
- Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle over cooled cookies and let the glaze set.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add nutmeg or cardamom to the filling.
Cream cheese glaze can be substituted for a richer flavor.
Gluten-free flour can be used, but adjust liquids if needed.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: 140 kcal per cookie
