Description
Sweet cinnamon roll sugar cookies blend bakery magic with classic cookie charm. Swirled with warm spices and creamy frosting, these treats offer delightful comfort that will sweep you into a world of irresistible homemade goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookies
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Cinnamon Swirl
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Cream softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy, ensuring a smooth, even mixture.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, then blend in vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold in flour, creating a soft, pliable cookie dough that holds together without crumbling.
- Prepare the cinnamon swirl by melting butter and combining with brown sugar and ground cinnamon to form a rich, fragrant mixture.
- Roll out the cookie dough on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangular shape, approximately 1/4 inch thick.
- Spread the cinnamon mixture evenly across the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Carefully roll the dough into a tight log, ensuring the cinnamon filling is distributed throughout.
- Chill the rolled dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up and make slicing easier.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Slice the chilled dough into 1/2-inch thick rounds, arranging them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden and cookies appear set.
- Remove from oven and allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to create a smooth, drizzling glaze.
- Once cookies are cooled, generously drizzle the glaze over the top, allowing it to set naturally.
Notes
- Opt for room temperature butter and eggs to ensure seamless blending and consistent cookie texture.
- Keep dough chilled to prevent spreading and maintain the intricate cinnamon swirl pattern during baking.
- Create gluten-free version by substituting all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend for similar results.
- Control sweetness by adjusting sugar quantities or using alternative sweeteners like monk fruit for low-carb preferences.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 201
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg