"Learn how to make Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies with this easy step-by-step recipe."
Learn how to make Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies with this easy step-by-step recipe.
Conclusion
I hope you enjoy making this Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies. It's one of my favorite recipes!
Ingredients
- Unsalted Butter: Provides richness, flavor, and tenderness. Using it softened but still cool helps create the ideal cookie texture.
- Granulated & Brown Sugar: Granulated sugar sweetens and helps the cookies spread, while brown sugar in the filling adds moisture and a deep, molasses-like flavor that pairs perfectly with cinnamon.
- All-Purpose Flour: The main structural ingredient. Be sure to measure it correctly (spoon and level) for best results.
- Pure Vanilla Extract: Enhances the overall sweetness and adds a warm, aromatic background note.
- Egg & Egg Yolk: The whole egg binds the dough, while the extra yolk adds richness and promotes a chewier, softer texture.
- Baking Powder & Cornstarch: Baking powder gives a slight rise. Cornstarch is a secret weapon for an exceptionally tender, soft cookie crumb.
- Ground Cinnamon: The star of the filling! Use a high-quality cinnamon for the best flavor.
- Salt: A small amount balances the sweetness and enhances all the other flavors.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F with racks near the center. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- For the filling: Mix brown sugar, 1.5 tbsp flour, cinnamon, and salt. Work in 4 tbsp butter until mixture resembles wet sand.
- For the dough: Beat 1 cup butter and granulated sugar until light/fluffy. Add vanilla, egg, and yolk; mix.
- Whisk remaining flour, baking powder, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually mix into wet ingredients.
- Roll dough into a 9×13′ rectangle on parchment. Sprinkle filling evenly.
- Tightly roll into a log, wrap, and chill for at least 2 hours.
- Slice log into ¾’ rounds. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are just set.
- Cool on sheet for 5 mins, then transfer to a rack.
