Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
softened
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
packed
- 1½ tablespoons all purpose flour
- 2½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- pinch salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter
softened but still cool to the touch
- 1 ⅓ cups granulated sugar
- 1 ¾ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 ¾ cups all purpose flour
SEE NOTE
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F with racks near the center. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- 2
Mix together all ingredients (I use a small rubber spatula or fork) until well combined. Place in the freezer for about 10 minutes while you prepare the cookie dough.
- 3
Using an hand mixer, or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter and sugar until light and creamy. Add vanilla, egg, and egg yolk, and beat until combined, scraping the sides of the bowl as necessary.
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About this Recipe
Imagine your favorite warm cinnamon roll, a soft snickerdoodle, and a classic sugar cookie all rolled into one delightful treat. These Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies deliver that irresistible mashup, perfect for satisfying any sweet craving and bringing joy to your kitchen.
What makes these cookies truly special is the incredible marbled brown sugar-cinnamon swirl running throughout, providing bursts of warm spice in every bite. This unique approach elevates a simple sugar cookie into something much more complex and satisfying, promising a supremely soft and chewy texture that stands out.
Prepare for a cookie experience where classic comfort meets exciting new flavors. You'll bite into a wonderfully soft and chewy sugar cookie base, immediately followed by the warm, sweet spice of a rich brown sugar-cinnamon swirl. Aromas of sweet vanilla and rich cinnamon will fill your kitchen as these cookies bake, creating an inviting atmosphere that promises a delightful treat.
Each cookie is a delightful journey of textures and tastes, making it a truly memorable dessert that will have everyone asking for the recipe. This is truly the cookie for cinnamon-lovers, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and spice.
This recipe is designed to perfectly blend the comforting flavors of a cinnamon roll, snickerdoodle, and sugar cookie. While crafted for true cinnamon lovers, you can slightly vary the intensity of the cinnamon swirl by adjusting the amount of ground cinnamon used to suit your personal taste.
These comforting Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies are perfect for sharing at gatherings, holiday platters, or simply as an indulgent treat with a warm cup of coffee or a cold glass of milk.