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Description
These soft, buttery sugar cookies are infused with the warm flavors of cinnamon and have a delightful cinnamon swirl filling, reminiscent of classic cinnamon rolls.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon for the filling.
- Divide the cookie dough in half. Roll out one half of the dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
- Brush the rolled-out dough with half of the melted butter. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the butter.
- Roll up the dough tightly, starting from one of the long sides, to form a log.
- Repeat steps 6-8 with the remaining dough, melted butter, and cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Wrap both dough logs tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Slice the chilled dough logs into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
- Place the cookie slices onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between them.
- Bake for 9-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still slightly soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a simple glaze made with powdered sugar and milk.
- Ensure your butter is softened but not melted for the best cookie texture.
- Chilling the dough is crucial for easy slicing and to prevent excessive spreading during baking.
- Prep Time: 30 min
- Cook Time: 12 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg