Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies: The Perfect Sweet Treat, where the comforting flavors of classic cinnamon rolls meet the simplicity of sugar cookies. These treats boast a soft, buttery texture swirled with a rich cinnamon filling and are finished off with a sweet glaze that makes them irresistible. Perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to cozy evenings at home, these cookies not only satisfy your sweet cravings but also impress your guests with their enticing aroma and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 cinnamon filling)
- ⅓ cup brown sugar (for cinnamon filling)
- 1 ½ tsp cinnamon (for cinnamon filling)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tbsp milk (for glaze)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Roll the dough into a rectangle between two sheets of parchment paper to about ¼-inch thick.
- Prepare the cinnamon filling by mixing melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl. Spread evenly over the dough rectangle.
- Roll the dough into a log shape, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) on preparing a lined baking sheet.
- Slice chilled dough into rounds about ¼-inch thick and arrange on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare glaze by mixing powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract; drizzle over cooled cookies before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (about 30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Chill your dough for best results to maintain shape while baking. Feel free to customize by adding nuts or chocolate chips to the filling for extra flavor.