Cinnamon Roll Cookies

If you love cinnamon rolls, you’re going to adore these Cinnamon Roll Cookies! They combine the sweet, spicy flavors of traditional cinnamon rolls with the ease and convenience of a cookie. With their soft, buttery dough, warm cinnamon filling, and a drizzle of icing, these cookies will be a hit for any occasion. Perfect for breakfast treats, holiday desserts, or simply an indulgent snack.

My family has always been crazy about cinnamon rolls, but making them from scratch can take hours. One morning, while craving that familiar cinnamon swirl, I decided to try transforming the classic cinnamon roll into a cookie. These Cinnamon Roll Cookies were born, and my husband couldn’t believe how much they tasted like the real thing! Now, they’ve become a weekend favorite and a fun way to get all the flavor without the wait.

Why You’ll Love Cinnamon Roll Cookies

• Cinnamon Roll Flavor: All the classic cinnamon roll flavors wrapped into a convenient cookie.
• Soft and Chewy: These cookies have a perfect soft, chewy texture that melts in your mouth.
• Quick to Make: Easier than traditional cinnamon rolls, but just as delicious.

Ingredients Notes for Cinnamon Roll Cookies

• Butter: Provides richness and a tender texture.
• Brown Sugar & Granulated Sugar: A combination of sugars gives the perfect balance of sweetness and moisture.
• Ground Cinnamon: The star of the show, providing that signature cinnamon roll warmth.
• Vanilla Extract: Enhances the overall flavor with a hint of sweetness.
• Flour & Baking Powder: Essential for structure and the soft, chewy texture of the cookies.

Recipe Steps for Cinnamon Roll Cookies

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened butter, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and ½ cup of brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Mix in 1 tsp of vanilla extract and 1 large egg until fully incorporated.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups of flour, 1 tsp of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.

Step 2: Cinnamon Filling

5. In a small bowl, mix ¼ cup of melted butter with ½ cup of brown sugar and 2 tbsp of ground cinnamon to create the filling.

Step 3: Roll and Assemble

6. Roll out the dough into a large rectangle, about ¼ inch thick.
7. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough.
8. Carefully roll the dough from one long side to the other, creating a tight log.
9. Chill the dough log for about 30 minutes to make slicing easier.

Step 4: Slice and Bake

10. Slice the chilled dough into ½-inch thick rounds and place them on the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
11. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Step 5: Icing Drizzle

12. While the cookies are cooling, whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar with 2 tbsp of milk or cream and a splash of vanilla extract to make the icing.
13. Once the cookies are cool, drizzle the icing over the tops for a classic cinnamon roll finish.

Storage Options

• Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• Freeze: Freeze the cookie dough logs and slice and bake as needed. You can also freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months.

Cinnamon Roll Cookies

Soft, buttery cookies swirled with cinnamon-sugar filling, baked to perfection and drizzled with a sweet icing, just like mini cinnamon rolls!

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Course: Dessert

Kitchen: American

Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes minutes

Total Time: 32 minutes minutes

Servings: 24 cookies

Ingredients

 

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• ▢ For the Cookie Dough:
• ▢ 1 cup unsalted butter softened
• ▢ 1 cup granulated sugar
• ▢ 1 cup packed brown sugar
• ▢ 2 large eggs
• ▢ 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ▢ 3 cups all-purpose flour
• ▢ 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ▢ 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• ▢ 1/4 teaspoon salt
• ▢ For the Cinnamon Filling:
• ▢ 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
• ▢ 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
• ▢ 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• ▢ For the Icing:
• ▢ 1 cup powdered sugar
• ▢ 2 tablespoons milk
• ▢ 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

• Prepare the Cookie Dough:
• Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
• Cream the Butters and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
• Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
• Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
• Prepare the Cinnamon Filling:
• Mix Filling: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until well blended.
• Assemble the Cookies:
• Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the cookie dough into a rectangle (about 1/4 inch thick).
• Spread the Filling: Evenly spread the cinnamon filling over the dough.
• Roll Up: Starting from one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Wrap the log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up.
• Slice Cookies: After chilling, remove the log from the refrigerator and slice it into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
• Bake:
• Bake: Place the cookie rounds on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
• Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
• Prepare the Icing:
• Make the Icing: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
• Serve:
• Drizzle Icing: Once the cookies are cool, drizzle the icing over the top.