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Soft and Chewy Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies


  • Total Time: 57
  • Yield: 24 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These delightful cookies combine the classic taste of cinnamon rolls with the chewy texture of sugar cookies, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened but cool
  • 1⅓ cups granulated sugar
  • 1¾ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine 4 tablespoons of softened butter, brown sugar, 1½ tablespoons of flour, 2½ teaspoons of cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well combined and set aside.
  3. In a larger bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened butter and 1⅓ cups of granulated sugar until fluffy. Add vanilla, the whole egg, and the egg yolk. Beat until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together 2¾ cups of flour, baking powder, cornstarch, and ¼ teaspoon of salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to your butter mixture. Mix until the dough forms.
  6. Refrigerate the dough for about 30 minutes.
  7. Roll out the chilled dough and cut it into desired shapes.
  8. Top each cookie with a dollop of the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  9. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly browned.
  10. Let them cool before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

Serve warm alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of cream cheese glaze. Pairs well with coffee or hot chocolate.

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 12
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: cinnamon roll cookies, sugar cookies, dessert, baking, sweet treats