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Cinnamon Roll Cookies

Cinnamon Roll Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth Every Time

These Cinnamon Roll Cookies are soft, chewy, and perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without the yeast-rising hassle.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 22 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Softened at room temperature
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar Light or dark is fine
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Using pure is best
  • 1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free blend can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Use fine salt
  • 2-4 tablespoons Milk Any non-dairy milk can be used
For the Cinnamon Filling
  • 3 tablespoons Ground Cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Softened
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Dairy-free option available
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Coconut powdered sugar can be used
  • splash Additional Milk For desired consistency

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • parchment paper
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by creaming ½ cup softened unsalted butter with ½ cup granulated sugar and ½ cup brown sugar in a mixing bowl. Beat until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, then mix in 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt into the wet mixture. Gradually add 2-4 tablespoons of milk, stirring until a soft dough forms.
  2. Transfer cookie dough onto a sheet of parchment paper and flatten it into a rectangle, about 10x14 inches wide. Place the rectangle in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Prepare the cinnamon filling by mixing 2 tablespoons softened butter with 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon and 2 tablespoons sugar in a bowl. Set aside.
  4. After chilling, spread the cinnamon mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Tightly roll the dough into a log, ensuring filling stays inside. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30-45 minutes.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the log from the refrigerator and slice it into rounds about ½ inch thick. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
  6. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool for 5-10 minutes. For the glaze, whisk together 4 oz cream cheese, 1 cup powdered sugar, and a splash of milk until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain softness. These cookies can be customized with mix-ins like nuts or dried fruits.

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