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Cinnamon Roll Cookies

Cinnamon Roll Cookies: Your New Favorite Sweet Treat

Enjoy the delightful twist of Cinnamon Roll Cookies that blend the classic flavors of cinnamon rolls into an irresistible cookie treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder acts as a leavening agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon can substitute with pumpkin spice
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter can substitute with vegan butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar adds moisture
  • 1 large egg binds ingredients together
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Filling
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (for filling) sweetens and adds depth
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for filling)

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • parchment paper
  • Baking sheet
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and ground cinnamon for the filling.
  7. Spread half of the cookie dough into a rectangle and sprinkle with filling, then roll it tightly.
  8. Slice the log into 1-inch rounds and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use softened butter for best results and avoid overmixing the dough.

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