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Cinnamon Roll Cookies

Cinnamon Roll Cookies That Will Warm Your Heart and Home

Delightful Cinnamon Roll Cookies, perfect for any occasion, combining the warmth of cinnamon rolls with the convenience of cookies.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free option, substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Can swap with pumpkin spice.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Use coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the dough.
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar Adds moisture.
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used.
For the Filling
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar Sweetens and enriches the filling.
  • 2 tablespoons Ground Cinnamon Enhances flavor profile.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Hand mixer
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cinnamon Roll Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. Cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add in the large egg and vanilla extract, and beat until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar with ground cinnamon for the filling.
  7. Spread half of the cookie dough onto parchment paper, sprinkle with filling, and roll into a log.
  8. Slice the rolled dough into 1-inch rounds and place on the baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden brown and centers are soft.
  10. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure your butter is at room temperature for best results. Avoid overmixing the dough.

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