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Soft Cinnamon Roll Cookies


  • Author: Wendy Balderas
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Soft Cinnamon Roll Cookies offer the comforting flavors of a cinnamon roll in a braces-friendly cookie form. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without risking damage to braces.


Ingredients

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  • For the Cookies:
    • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
    • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 2 eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 3 cups all-purpose flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • For the Filling:
    • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
    • 1/2 cup brown sugar
    • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • For the Icing:
    • 1 cup powdered sugar
    • 12 tablespoons milk
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Beat together 1 cup butter and granulated sugar until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
  3. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture until dough forms.
  4. Roll out dough and spread with melted butter. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over butter.
  5. Roll the dough tightly, slice into cookies, and place on prepared sheets.
  6. Bake for 8-10 minutes. Cool before drizzling with icing.

Notes

  • For braces wearers, ensure cookies are baked until just soft, not crispy.
  • Break cookies into small pieces if needed to make them easier to eat.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: per cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 85mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 21g
  • Protein: 2g