Easy Soft and Chewy Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies Recipe
These soft sugar cookies are swirled with buttery cinnamon-sugar filling and topped with a delicious vanilla glaze, making them taste just like a fresh cinnamon roll in cookie form! Perfect for breakfast treats, holiday baking, or anytime cravings.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Rolling Pin
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Pastry brush
- Sharp knife
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract optional
For the Cinnamon Filling:
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cookie Dough
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) and mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Step 2: Roll Out & Add Cinnamon Filling
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 12x10-inch rectangle (about ¼-inch thick).
- Brush the dough evenly with melted butter.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle it evenly over the buttered dough.
Step 3: Roll & Chill
- Starting from the long side, tightly roll up the dough into a log (like a cinnamon roll).
- Wrap the log in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Step 4: Slice & Bake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Using a sharp knife, slice the chilled dough into ½-inch thick rounds.
- Place cookies 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, until edges are set but centers are soft.
- Let cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Step 5: Make the Glaze & Drizzle
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle over cooled cookies.
Pro Tips for the Best Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies:
- ✔ Chill the dough – Makes slicing easier and prevents spreading.
- ✔ Don’t overbake – Slightly underbaked centers stay soft and chewy.
- ✔ Use fresh cinnamon – For the richest, warmest flavor.
- ✔ For thicker cookies, roll dough slightly thicker (about ⅓ inch).
- ✔ Want a cream cheese glaze? Swap the milk in the glaze for 2 tablespoons of softened cream cheese.
Notes
- Make it festive? Add a pinch of nutmeg or pumpkin spice to the cinnamon filling.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezing: Freeze the unbaked dough log for up to 3 months. Slice and bake straight from the freezer, adding 1-2 minutes to the bake time.
- Make it dairy-free? Use vegan butter and almond milk.
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