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Soft Cinnamon Roll Cookies

Delightful cinnamon roll cookies that balance crunchy exteriors with gooey interiors, perfect for family gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is fully softened for easy mixing
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For icing
  • 2 tablespoons milk For icing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. In a small bowl, mix together the ground cinnamon and a sprinkle of sugar, then gently fold this into your cookie dough.
Baking
  1. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  2. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges start to turn a light golden brown.
  3. Let your cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Icing
  1. Whisk together powdered sugar and milk until smooth, then drizzle over cooled cookies.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 5–7 days. They can also be frozen for up to a month.