Description
Cinnamon Roll Cookies are the ultimate blend of chewy sugar cookies and cozy cinnamon rolls—soft in the center, golden on the edges, and beautifully swirled with sweet cinnamon sugar. These easy cookies capture all the nostalgic warmth of a classic breakfast pastry in just 30 minutes, no yeast or frosting drama required. Perfect for holidays, bake sales, or an afternoon pick-me-up, each bite feels like a sweet, buttery hug.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
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2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
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1 tsp (4 g) baking powder
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1 tsp (2.5 g) ground cinnamon
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½ tsp (3 g) salt
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½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
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½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
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½ cup (100 g) brown sugar, packed
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1 large egg
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2 tsp (10 ml) vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Filling:
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½ cup (100 g) brown sugar, packed
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2 tsp (5 g) ground cinnamon
Instructions
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Preheat: Set oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
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Cream butter & sugars: In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).
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Add wet ingredients: Mix in egg and vanilla extract until combined.
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Form dough: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
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Make the filling: Combine brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
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Roll out & fill: Divide dough in half. Roll or press each half into a rectangle (¼-inch thick) on parchment paper, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, and roll up tightly.
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Slice & bake: Cut logs into ½-inch slices. Arrange on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes until golden at the edges.
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Cool: Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm for that just-baked cinnamon aroma.
Notes
Chill dough if too sticky before rolling.
Use parchment for easy cleanup and smooth rolling.
Slice evenly for consistent baking.
Add a light glaze of powdered sugar and milk for an iced cinnamon roll look.
Freeze the dough log for up to 3 months and slice directly from frozen when ready to bake.
Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep them soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American