Description
These soft and chewy cinnamon roll sugar cookies combine the warm, spiced flavor of cinnamon rolls with the comforting texture of a classic cookie. Perfect for fall, holidays, or anytime you’re craving something sweet!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3–5 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Stir in the brown sugar gently to create a swirl effect.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For chewier cookies, don’t overbake! Use parchment paper for even baking and easy cleanup. A cookie scoop ensures uniform cookies and consistent results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cinnamon Roll Cookies, chewy sugar cookies, cinnamon sugar, holiday baking