The Cozy Delight of Cinnamon Roll Cookies
Soft and gooey cookies that blend the flavors of cinnamon rolls with a sweet cream cheese glaze, perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 egg
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together unsalted butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add in the egg and mix until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, and baking powder, then fold into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop dough into balls and place on the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are slightly golden.
- While cooling, beat powdered sugar, cream cheese, and vanilla until smooth, then drizzle over cookies before serving.
Notes
For variations, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts. Store cookies in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cinnamon roll cookies, dessert, easy baking, holiday treats