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Cinnamon Roll Cookies

Cinnamon Roll Cookies: Soft, Sweet Comfort in Every Bite

Cinnamon Roll Cookies combine the comforting essence of cinnamon rolls with the ease of cookies, offering quick prep and impressive results, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour blend if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure freshness for the best results.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and heightens flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Can swap in pumpkin spice for a seasonal delight.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Use coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 0.75 cups Granulated Sugar Reduce for a less sweet cookie.
  • 0.75 cups Brown Sugar Pack tightly for best results; can use coconut sugar.
  • 1 large Egg Consider a flax egg for a vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Vanilla bean paste enriched the flavor.
For the Filling
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar (for Filling) Sweetens the cinnamon mixture beautifully.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon (for Filling) Complements the filling with warm flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cinnamon Roll Cookies
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and gather lined baking sheets.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed butter mixture and mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Prepare the filling by mixing brown sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
  7. Spread half the cookie dough on parchment paper, sprinkle with filling, and roll tightly.
  8. Slice the rolled dough into 1-inch rounds and place on baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers are set.
  10. Cool on a wire rack after removing from the oven.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Don't overmix the dough to keep cookies tender. Allow cookies to cool slightly before adding frosting.

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