Description
Cinnamon Roll Cookies combine the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls with the delightful texture of cookies. With their soft and chewy centers, these cookies are a cinch to make and are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a family gathering or a cozy brunch at home. The irresistible aroma will fill your kitchen, making it hard to resist going back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- If desired, fold in nuts for added crunch.
- Scoop dough onto lined baking sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg