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Soft and Chewy Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies Recipe

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These Soft and Chewy Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies combine the beloved flavors of a cinnamon roll into a delightful, easy-to-make cookie. Featuring a tender, buttery dough rolled with a cinnamon-sugar filling and topped with a smooth vanilla glaze, these cookies are perfect for breakfast treats, dessert, or anytime indulgence.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients and Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Sugar Filling

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Icing

  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 – 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside to prepare for baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This will be your dry base to blend into the dough later.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a smooth texture.
  4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract thoroughly into the creamed butter and sugar mixture until well combined.
  5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring just until the cookie dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep the dough tender.
  6. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Filling: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon to create the filling for the cookies.
  7. Roll Out Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick, ready for filling.
  8. Add Filling: Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the rolled-out dough, covering it completely for maximum flavor.
  9. Roll Into Log: Starting from the long edge, carefully roll the dough tightly into a log shape, mimicking a classic cinnamon roll spiral.
  10. Chill Dough Log: Wrap the dough log and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up, making it easier to slice.
  11. Slice Cookies: Once chilled, slice the log into 1/4 inch thick circles and arrange them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  12. Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies start to turn a light golden brown. Let them cool on the baking sheet briefly before transferring to a wire rack.
  13. Prepare Icing: While cookies cool, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, milk (start with 1 tablespoon and add more if needed), and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable.
  14. Drizzle Icing: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies evenly and allow the icing to set for a few minutes before serving for a sweet finishing touch.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming.
  • Chilling the dough log is crucial for neat slices and preventing spreading during baking.
  • Adjust milk quantity in icing to achieve desired consistency.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For an extra touch, sprinkle a little extra cinnamon sugar on top before baking.

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