Description
These Easy Cinnamon Roll Cookies are a delightful twist on classic sugar cookies, featuring a cinnamon-sugar filling and a sweet glaze. Perfect for holiday baking or any time you crave a cozy treat.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Filling:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients to form a soft dough.
- Roll Out Dough: Divide the dough in half and roll each half into a thin rectangle between parchment paper. Chill the dough.
- Prepare Filling: Brush the rectangles with melted butter, sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon. Roll up the dough tightly.
- Bake: Slice the dough into cookies, bake until golden, and cool completely.
- Glaze: Drizzle the cookies with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla.
Notes
- Chilling the dough is crucial for clean slices.
- For added flavor, consider adding a touch of nutmeg to the filling.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container for freshness.
