Description
These Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies combine the soft, chewy texture of sugar cookies with the rich, spiced flavor of cinnamon rolls. They feature a buttery dough with swirls of cinnamon sugar, creating a deliciously cozy treat that’s perfect for holidays, bake sales, or an everyday dessert.
Ingredients
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For the Cinnamon Sugar Filling:
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
For the Sugar Cookie Dough:
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Make the cinnamon sugar filling – Mix melted butter, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt. Chill for 5 minutes.
- Prepare the dough – Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, then mix in dry ingredients until combined.
- Layer the filling – Flatten half of the dough, add cinnamon filling, and fold gently to create streaks. Repeat with the remaining dough.
- Form the cookies – Scoop dough balls onto a baking sheet and freeze for 10 minutes.
- Bake – Preheat oven to 350°F and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and enjoy – Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Chilling the dough prevents excessive spreading.
- Do not overmix after adding the cinnamon filling to maintain the swirls.
- For a true cinnamon roll feel, drizzle with a simple vanilla glaze.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American