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Delicious cinnamon roll cookies with icing drizzled on top

Cinnamon Roll Cookies

These cinnamon roll cookies are a quick, hand-held treat capturing the classic flavors of cinnamon rolls without the rising time or mess.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour For a gluten-free option, substitute a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Plus extra for the filling.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt If using salted butter, reduce added salt to 1/4 teaspoon.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Use room temperature butter for best results.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar For a milder flavor. Use dark brown for stronger notes.
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Filling Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar For filling.
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon For filling.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and 1/2 cup light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla until just combined.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
  6. In a small bowl, stir together the remaining 1/2 cup brown sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon for the filling.
  7. Lightly flour a surface and roll the dough into a 10 by 12 inch rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  8. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar evenly over the dough.
  9. Starting at a long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log and pinch the seam to seal.
  10. Slice the log into 1/2 inch pieces and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
Baking
  1. Bake for 9 to 12 minutes until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
  2. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9g

Notes

For a cozy presentation, arrange cookies on a tiered stand with plain yogurt or a fruit compote. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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