Irresistible Cinnamon Roll Cookies Recipe for Cozy Days

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Irresistible Cinnamon Roll Cookies Recipe for Cozy Days

If you love the warm, sweet comfort of classic cinnamon rolls, these Cinnamon Roll Cookies are about to become your favorite treat. They combine a buttery, soft cookie dough with a swirl of sweet cinnamon sugar, capturing the essence of a bakery-style cinnamon roll — but in a simple, delightful cookie form. These cookies smell like warmth and coziness, bake beautifully, and pair perfectly with hot chocolate, coffee, or a quiet evening at home. Whether you’re making them for the holidays, a girls’ night, or just as a sweet moment for yourself, they always bring joy.

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Prep Time 15

bake & Chill Time 55

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 22 cookies

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough

1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
1 cup brown sugar packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt

For the Cinnamon Swirl

3 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 cup granulated sugar

Equipment

Mixing bowls
Hand mixer or stand mixer
Measuring cups and spoons
Rolling Pin
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
Knife for slicing
Cooling rack

Method

Step 1: Cream the Butter & Sugars

Beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and creamy.

Step 2: Add Egg & Vanilla

Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.

Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients

Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.

Step 4: Form the Dough

Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.

Step 5: Prepare Cinnamon Filling

In a small bowl, mix cinnamon and granulated sugar.

Step 6: Roll the Dough

Roll the dough into a large rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 7: Add Filling & Roll Up

Sprinkle cinnamon sugar evenly across the dough.
Roll into a log, just like a cinnamon roll.

Step 8: Chill the Dough

Wrap the log and chill for 45 minutes to make slicing clean and neat.

Step 9: Slice & Bake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Slice into 1/2-inch cookies, place on parchment-lined tray.
Bake 9–11 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.

Step 10: Cool & Enjoy

Let cookies cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Store in an airtight container up to 5 days.

Freeze baked cookies up to 2 months.

To rewarm: heat in microwave 8 seconds for a soft, cinnamon bakery aroma.

🥄 Variations (Normal Style)

Cream Cheese Drizzle:
Top cooled cookies with powdered sugar + cream cheese + milk glaze.

Extra Cinnamon Flavor:
Add an extra 1 tsp cinnamon to the dough.

Holiday Spice Version:
Add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom for a cozy winter flair.

Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
Roll cookie slices in cinnamon sugar before baking for extra sparkle.

With Pecans or Walnuts:
Sprinkle finely chopped nuts over the filling before rolling.

❓ 10 FAQs

Can I freeze the dough log?
Yes — freeze up to 2 months. Thaw slightly before slicing.

Why chill the dough?
It helps cookies keep their spiral shape.

Can I make them thicker?
Yes — slice thicker and add 1–2 minutes bake time.

Are they soft or crunchy?
Soft and chewy with lightly crisp edges.

Can I add frosting?
Yes — a light glaze makes them taste like real cinnamon rolls.

Can I use salted butter?
Yes — reduce added salt slightly.

Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely — perfect for holidays or gifting.

Do they spread a lot?
Chilling keeps them from spreading.

Can I add chocolate?
Yes — white chocolate chips pair beautifully.

Do they taste like cinnamon rolls?
Yes — same cozy, sweet, cinnamon warmth in cookie form.

🏁 Conclusion

These Irresistible Cinnamon Roll Cookies are warm, soft, sweet, and full of comforting cinnamon goodness. They’re simple enough for everyday baking, but delicious and elegant enough for celebrations and cookie boxes. Every bite tastes like cozy joy.