Description
These Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies combine the warm, spicy flavors of cinnamon rolls with the crisp, buttery texture of sugar cookies. Perfect for a cozy treat, they feature a cinnamon-sugar coating that adds an extra layer of sweetness and crunch, making them an irresistible dessert or snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- 1/4 cup cinnamon-sugar mix (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon, distributing the cinnamon evenly for consistent flavor.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which helps create tender cookies.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract into the creamed butter and sugar, blending until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring continuously until the dough forms and all components are well integrated.
- Form Dough Balls: Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, then coat each ball thoroughly in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to enhance the cinnamon roll flavor.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 8–10 minutes until the edges turn golden brown, indicating that they are perfectly cooked but still soft inside.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool slightly on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they set properly and develop the ideal texture.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and better texture.
- Do not overbake to keep the cookies soft and chewy rather than hard and crunchy.
- The cinnamon-sugar coating adds a delightful crunch and cinnamon flavor; don’t skip this step.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- For a festive twist, drizzle with cream cheese icing once fully cooled.
