These Cinnamon Roll Cookies offer a delightful twist on the classic cinnamon roll, transforming its flavors into a convenient and tasty cookie form. Featuring a soft, sweet dough rolled with a cinnamon-brown sugar filling and finished with a simple milk glaze, these cookies are perfect for cinnamon lovers. They provide the comforting taste of cinnamon rolls without the need for yeast or extensive prep time. Ideal for a sweet snack, a treat with your coffee, or as a special dessert for gatherings.
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 Tbsp milk
For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3 tsp ground cinnamon
- 6 Tbsp melted unsalted butter
For the Glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tsp milk
Instructions:
- Prepare Dough: Preheat oven to 350°F. Cream sugar and butter until fluffy. Add vanilla and egg. Fold in flour, baking powder, salt, and milk.
- Make Filling: Whisk together brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter.
- Assemble: Roll out dough, spread filling, leaving an edge. Roll up and slice into pieces. Place on a baking sheet and pat down slightly.
- Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes until edges are slightly browned. Cool on the baking sheet, then transfer to a cooling rack.
- Prepare Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
- Finishing Touches: Drizzle glaze over cooled cookies.
- Serve and Store: Enjoy these cookies once cooled. Store in an airtight container.
Notes:
- Rolling the dough to an even thickness ensures uniform baking.
- The glaze should be added after the cookies have completely cooled for the best texture.
- These cookies are perfect for those who enjoy the flavors of cinnamon rolls in a more convenient cookie form.
Enjoy these Cinnamon Roll Cookies as a delightful treat that combines the comfort of cinnamon rolls with the simplicity of a cookie!
