Description
These Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies combine the soft, buttery texture of classic sugar cookies with the warm, spicy flavor of cinnamon rolls. Topped with a simple powdered sugar glaze and a cinnamon-sugar sprinkle, these cookies offer an irresistible treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Icing
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
Topping
- Additional cinnamon and sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the cookies bake evenly and don’t stick.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. This creates a well combined dry mixture for the cookie dough.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well incorporated.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after adding each egg, then stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overmixing and tough cookies.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into balls. Then, roll each ball in a cinnamon and sugar mixture to coat evenly and add extra cinnamon flavor.
- Flatten Cookies: Place the coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet and gently press them down slightly using the bottom of a glass or your hand to shape them for even baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the edges turn lightly golden. The centers may appear slightly soft but will firm up as they cool.
- Cool: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to rest for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they set properly.
- Prepare Icing: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and milk until smooth, then drizzle this glaze over the cooled cookies for a sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature butter to achieve proper creaming and a tender cookie texture.
- You can adjust the cinnamon amount in the dough and sprinkle according to your taste preference.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- If you prefer a thicker icing, reduce the milk amount slightly; for a thinner glaze, add a little more milk.
- These cookies freeze well before baking; simply add an extra minute to the baking time if baking from frozen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cinnamon roll sugar cookies, cinnamon cookies, sugar cookies, cinnamon sugar cookies, easy cookie recipe, baked cookies, cinnamon dessert
