These Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies bring the delicious flavors of a cinnamon roll into a soft, chewy cookie format. With swirls of cinnamon and brown sugar inside a tender sugar cookie dough, these cookies offer a delightful combination of buttery sweetness and warm spices, perfect for cozy moments or holiday gatherings.
Soft, Chewy, and Swirled with Cinnamon Goodness
These cookies are easy to make and deliver a beautiful swirl pattern that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the taste buds. Ideal for sharing, they’re bound to be a hit with anyone who loves cinnamon rolls.
- Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
- Serving: About 24 cookies
- Equipment: Mixing bowls, baking sheets, rolling pin, wire racks
Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies Recipe:
Follow these steps to create a batch of soft, swirled cookies that combine the best of both cinnamon rolls and sugar cookies.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Directions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just incorporated.
- Roll Out Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness, forming a rectangular shape.
- Add Filling: Brush the melted butter over the dough, then evenly sprinkle with brown sugar and ground cinnamon.
- Roll and Slice: Starting from one long edge, roll up the dough tightly to form a log. Slice the log into 1/2-inch thick rounds and place the slices onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Enjoy Your Cookies
These Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies are perfect for cozy fall and winter gatherings or anytime you want a taste of cinnamon roll goodness in cookie form. Their sweet, spicy flavors and soft, chewy texture make them a memorable treat for family and friends. Enjoy the warm, comforting taste of these swirled delights!