Keyword: baking, Cinnamon Cookies, comfort food, Desserts, Homemade Cookies, Soft Cinnamon Roll Cookies
Prep Time: 30 minutesminutes
Cook Time: 11 minutesminutes
Chill Time: 2 hourshours
Total Time: 2 hourshours41 minutesminutes
Servings: 24cookies
Calories: 200kcal
Equipment
Mixing bowls
Whisk
Rolling Pin
Baking Sheets
Plastic Wrap
Ingredients
For the Cookie Base
2cupsAll-Purpose FlourUse as needed for rolling out.
1tbspBaking PowderEnsures a light, fluffy texture.
1/2tspSaltEnhances sweetness and balances flavor.
170gUnsalted ButterSoftened to room temperature.
150gGranulated SugarSweetens the base.
1largeEggAt room temperature.
2tspPure Vanilla ExtractFor flavor.
For the Cinnamon Filling
28gFilling ButterMelted and cooled.
50gGranulated SugarSweetens the filling.
1tbspGround CinnamonFor flavor.
For the Icing
120gConfectioners’ SugarFor icing glaze.
45mlMilkFor icing consistency.
1/2tspVanilla ExtractEnhances icing flavor.
Instructions
Preparation Steps
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until creamy and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add in the room temperature egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just incorporated.
Divide the dough into two portions and roll each into a 9x7 inch rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Spread melted butter over the surface, then sprinkle generously with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Carefully roll each rectangle tightly into logs, starting from one long side. Wrap the logs in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Once chilled, slice each log into 1/2 inch rounds and space them on lined baking sheets. Bake for about 10-11 minutes.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Drizzle with the prepared icing once slightly cooled.
Notes
For added crunch, consider topping with chopped nuts. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.